Having a Healthy Diet

This is probably one of the best guides I have seen on what to avoid and what to eat when you have PCOS. It makes it a lot simpler than having a whole list, which can also be good sometimes, because it can give you ideas on things you wouldn't have thought of before.

The best thing is to stay away from foods that have a high-glycemic index - so sugars, carbs, and other things that are going to raise your blood sugar levels.

(Learn all about the glycemic index here and here.)

Because of the gluten free diet craze, there are a lot more things out there besides those simple carbs. Quinoa, for example, is also high in protein (besides fiber), and is a great substitute for rice. I have also seen pasta that is made out of it. Great, right?

Sometimes the urge to eat sugar can be too much, but try not to feel guilty and just start over. I have found that keeping a food diary, or being accountable to someone is really helpful when you are trying to eat healthier. If you need someone, you can even be accountable to me!

We, of course, will try to fill this blog with good, and relatively cheap, recipes that won't break any of the rules. If any of you have tried anything, let us know! We want this to be a sharing environment, where we can all learn from each other!