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This recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy veggies and load your body with hormone-balancing nutrients. My favorite thing about it? whip up some healthy, fresh hummus on Friday and enjoy all weekend as a healthy snack when hunger strikes!
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Eating a variety of raw vegetables is an amazing way to fuel your body with antioxidants and healthy microbes to promote gut health. A delicious hummus to dip veggies in makes eating more vegetables easy and with this recipe you can do that guilt free. Most grocery store humus is full of inflammatory oils and preservatives. But with this easy recipe, you can enjoy the popular snack knowing your body will be benefiting from what’s inside!
Olive oil has health benefits for women with PCOS! Olive oil is a natural monounsaturated fat, and it can help to reduce inflammation, improve your insulin sensitivity, and blood cholesterol levels. Additionally, it’s a good source of antioxidants, which can protect your cells from damage.
This homemade hummus recipe is a great way to incorporate this healthy oil in a delicious way.
Raw vegetables provide a great source of diverse microbe that provide amazing benefits for a healthy gut microbiome and immune system,
Raw vegetables are also loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that can help improve your health in a number of ways. In addition, they are low in calories and high in fiber, making this snack an amazing option for healthy hormones.
Homemade hummus lasts up to 4 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Store separately from ready to eat vegetables so they don’t add too much moisture to the hummus.
No problem you can make hummus in a blender
Blender Method:
It’s easy for the ingredients to get stuck in the blade and not blend. Here are a few tips to ensure a smooth and creamy hummus from your blender:
Too much tahini, too much garlic, too much lemon juice or blending paprika directly into the hummus can impart bitter flavor.
With hummus it comes down to your tastes add less tahini, garlic and/or lemon then add a bit more if you want after tasting
Cashew is a neutral nut butter and is often used as a base for plant-based dips, sauces, and salad dressings much like tahini. For those with sesame allergies, cashew butter is a seed-free alternative.
White beans (e.g. cannellini beans) make a great substitution for chickpeas if you want to mix things up.
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What the heck to eat to boost PCOS fertility
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Start your day off right with this delicious PCOS Green Smoothie! This recipe is packed with protein, healthy fats and all the nutrients you need to have balanced hormones.
Eating healthy doesn’t get any better than this! Enjoy!
Getting lots of veggies and protein during the day can feel like a lot of work and cooking. That is why I love this smoothie recipe. It seriously only takes 5 minutes to make AND clean up. Which makes it a perfect breakfast or snack even on a busy day.
Spinach is a great food to include in your PCOS diet because it’s packed with nutrients. Spinach is rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as iron and magnesium. These nutrients are all important for PCOS management. Vitamin A helps to regulate hormone levels, while vitamin C boosts the immune system and helps the body to better absorb iron. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help to protect cells from damage. Magnesium helps to regulate blood sugar levels and has been shown to reduce inflammation. Including plenty of spinach in your diet can help to improve your PCOS symptoms and overall health.
Protein helps to regulate blood sugar levels and insulin levels, both of which are often abnormal in women with PCOS. In addition, protein helps to control hunger and cravings, making it easier to stick to a healthy diet. Consuming adequate protein is essential for managing PCOS and improving overall health.
Choosing a protein powder is very important. Unless you have undergone an elimination diet to determine that dairy (in the case of protein powder whey) doesn’t worsen your PCOS I recommend going plant-based whenever possible. A few of my favorite plant-based protein powders include:
I do not recommend:
The first time I heard about adding avocado to my smoothies I will admit I had mixed feelings about this. On the one hand, I could see how this ingredient could add a great creamy texture to a non-dairy smoothie. On the other hand, I had absolutely no interest in drinking guacamole.
If you feel this way when you think of adding avocado to a smoothie, I urge you to at least give it a try because you will be very pleasantly surprised!
Plus besides actually being very tasty the avocado adds tremendous nourishment to this smoothie. Healthy fats are vital for healthy hormones
This smoothie is definitely best cold. For that reason, I use frozen bananas and add ice to achieve the desired temperature.
Avocado doesn’t store well and neither does this smoothie. You can however place everything in a baggie and freeze until ready to just add milk or water and blend.
Any non-dairy milk will work. I highly recommend unsweetened options such as unsweetened almond or cashew milk. Both rice milk and oat milk are derived from grains and even if they are unsweetened they will spike your insulin significantly. I also don’t recommend soy milk as too much processed soy isn’t ideal for hormone balancing.
Technically no. I often use a great whey-based option. BUT many women with PCOS find that dairy, including whey products, increases their inflammation. I recommend going through my PCOS Detox program that includes a 30-day elimination protocol to help you discover any hidden sensitivities that might be increasing your inflammation from the foods you eat. Thepcosdetox.com
This healthy high protein baked oatmeal will have you looking forward to breakfast. Easy recipe without gluten or dairy and can be made ahead! Perfect for PCOS diet or anyone who wants a gluten free, dairy alternative morning meal.
These delicious and easy, baked kale chips are a healthy alternative to potato chips. Now you have a reason to look forward to eating kale!
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Protein Oatmeal Bites - A healthy and delicious alternative to the traditional muffin. These tasty little bites are a great...
What the heck to eat to boost PCOS fertility
It’s not a one size fits all
Sample Meal Plan Included
Plan and Prep Guide Included
Go beyond diet & nourish your hormones to boost fertility
I share the steps I followed in this FREE MEAL GUIDE.
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure and privacy policy.
These delicious and easy baked kale chips are a healthy alternative to potato chips. Now you have a reason to look forward to eating kale!
My Kids and I are obsessed with these! They actually beg me to buy kale at the grocery store and there are never any leftovers!
Eating healthy doesn’t get any better than this! Enjoy!
Kale is filled with vitamins and antioxidants and when combined with the healthy nutrient filled fat of extra virgin olive oil this snack is not only delicious but extremely nourishing for your body and hormones.
In order to make healthy balanced hormones, which can be a struggle for women with PCOS, your body needs healthy fats along with all the vitamins and nutrients found in vegetables. This recipe takes care of that while satisfying your need for a salty and savory snack!
Kale is filled with vitamin C, A, and K as well as folate providing amazing nourishment for your body and hormones.
Vitamin C is necessary for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues. Vitamin C is often discussed as boosting immunity but it also helps your body make college, absorb iron as well as assist in injury repair and wound healing.
To prepare the kale wash and thoroughly dry each leaf or your kale chips will steam in the oven and turn out soggy instead of crisp.
Tear the kale leaves off the thick coarse stem and then chop or tear the leaves into large pieces.
Kale chips need something to help them crisp up but not become too brittle. You can use any healthy oil such as avocado oil or olive oil. I prefer olive oil because I have it readily available and because of its numerous health benefits.
Olive oil, especially extra virgin olive oil, has been shown to reduce inflammation (1). Extra virgin olive oil is also a good source of vitamin E and is loaded with powerful antioxidants that help reduce your risk of chronic diseases.
Once the kale leaves have fully dried, drizzle with olive oil and massage the leaves to coat evenly with olive oil.
The most important step for kale chips is to make sure they are completely dry before drizzling with oil and
Once the kale leaves have fully dried, drizzle with olive oil and massage the leaves to coat evenly with olive oil.
Sprinkle salt and onion powder over the leaves and give them a little stir or toss to distribute evenly.
Bake until leaves are lightly crisp and edges begin to brown. Be careful not to over cook the kale leaves
To keep them crispy, it is important to let them cool completely. Once cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. You could also try adding a few grains of raw rice or silica packs (like those found in store-bought kale chips) to the airtight container.
Make sure your kale leaves are completely dry before starting. Wet or damp leaves will steam instead of crisp in the oven. You don’t want to have soggy wilted kale. I wash the leaves and set them on a clean towel to dry when I get home from the grocery store. Once dry I store the leaves in an airtight container until I’m ready to bake the kale chips. The washed kale leaves will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator but the sooner you use them the better.
No problem, you can use any healthy oil. A good substitute would be avocado oil
This is an indication of over backing them. Be sure to spread the kale out evenly on your cooking sheet and if some areas are browning up faster rotate the pan and continue cooking until the majority of the leaves are crispy but not overly dried out and crumbly
Let the kale chips cool completely and then store them on the counter in an airtight container for up to 3 days or longer in the refrigerator
This delicious and healthy Asian chicken salad is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It’s easy to make, and it’s loaded with flavor. You’ll love the crunchy veggies and the delicious Asian-inspired dressing.
This amazing chicken salad is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch. The gluten free and dairy free ingredients make it perfect for women with PCOS, but everyone will love this delicious salad. With plenty of protein and nutrients, this salad will help you power through your day.
This delicious Yellow Chicken Curry is the perfect meal to fill your home with a savory aroma. It’s easy to make, and a great way to enjoy a bowl full of veggies and chicken with a whole new flavor.
What the heck to eat to boost PCOS fertility
It’s not a one size fits all
Sample Meal Plan Included
Plan and Prep Guide Included
Go beyond diet & nourish your hormones to boost fertility
I share the steps I followed in this FREE MEAL GUIDE.