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Hello My Self Radha Jha. I Have A PCOD Problem
Brief Answer:
Avoid excess carbohydrates and include more protein.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
PCOD is a common cause for female infertility and obesity.
The hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance are the major underlying causes for weight gain associated with PCOD.
The key aspect of weight control is that you have to make the periods regular. Drugs like hormonal pills help to maintain the regular periods. Metformin is also prescribed for patients with PCOS and obesity. Metformin help to lose weight associated with PCOS.
Diet is also important to prevent obesity.
The key aspects are.
1- Reduce Your carbohydrate intake. Avoid foods with high glycemic index, this will subsequently reduce insulin secretion and help to lose weight.
2-Get Plenty of Fiber. Fiber rich foods helps to prevent insulin resistance and prevent belly fat.
3- Protein rich foods. Higher protein intake may accelerate weight lose in women with PCOS. Try adding healthy, high-protein items like eggs, nuts, and seafood to your diet.
4- Avoid Processed Foods and Added Sugars
5- Practice outdoor games and Yoga.
Hope I have answered your query.
Wishing all the best.
Thanks
Avoid excess carbohydrates and include more protein.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
PCOD is a common cause for female infertility and obesity.
The hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance are the major underlying causes for weight gain associated with PCOD.
The key aspect of weight control is that you have to make the periods regular. Drugs like hormonal pills help to maintain the regular periods. Metformin is also prescribed for patients with PCOS and obesity. Metformin help to lose weight associated with PCOS.
Diet is also important to prevent obesity.
The key aspects are.
1- Reduce Your carbohydrate intake. Avoid foods with high glycemic index, this will subsequently reduce insulin secretion and help to lose weight.
2-Get Plenty of Fiber. Fiber rich foods helps to prevent insulin resistance and prevent belly fat.
3- Protein rich foods. Higher protein intake may accelerate weight lose in women with PCOS. Try adding healthy, high-protein items like eggs, nuts, and seafood to your diet.
4- Avoid Processed Foods and Added Sugars
5- Practice outdoor games and Yoga.
Hope I have answered your query.
Wishing all the best.
Thanks
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Kindly give diet chart
Brief Answer:
Given.
Detailed Answer:
Low carbohydrate and high protein is the key.
I will suggest a simple chart for a non vegetarian person.
Early Morning: A glass of lukewarm lemon water/a cup of tea without sugar/fresh fruit juice.
Breakfast: One cup of skimmed milk/two scrambled eggs/cup of milk with high fiber cereals
Mid-morning Snack: Any low-carb fruit like avocado or Papaya.
Lunch: A cup of brown rice, 1-2 pieces of chicken, half-cup of mixed veggies, a bowl of salad.
Evening: A cup of yogurt, green tea, or fruit.
Dinner: Fish/Chicken (1 piece), chapatti/brown rice, a bowl of curd. Fresh vegetable salads.
Hope I have answered your query.
Given.
Detailed Answer:
Low carbohydrate and high protein is the key.
I will suggest a simple chart for a non vegetarian person.
Early Morning: A glass of lukewarm lemon water/a cup of tea without sugar/fresh fruit juice.
Breakfast: One cup of skimmed milk/two scrambled eggs/cup of milk with high fiber cereals
Mid-morning Snack: Any low-carb fruit like avocado or Papaya.
Lunch: A cup of brown rice, 1-2 pieces of chicken, half-cup of mixed veggies, a bowl of salad.
Evening: A cup of yogurt, green tea, or fruit.
Dinner: Fish/Chicken (1 piece), chapatti/brown rice, a bowl of curd. Fresh vegetable salads.
Hope I have answered your query.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
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