Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: More info

Hi - I did a bit of research into this, and found that a low carb diet is often recommended for PCOS because many PCOS patients are also found to have insulin resistance. A diet relatively low in carbohydrates and high in protein usually helps insulin resistant patients to lose weight and become more responsive to medication.

This type of diet can still work within the IBS diet guidelines - see my other post for suggestions on this. There are easy ways to get your soluble fiber without too many carbs, and also to get the protein you need without resorting to trigger foods like meat and dairy.

It's extra important for PCOS to keep your soluble fiber high, as a high fiber diet will also help to stabilize blood sugar levels and decrease insulin secretion.

Finally, weight training has been shown to increase muscle mass and decrease insulin resistance. As little as 30 minutes twice a week can significantly increase muscle mass and lower insulin levels.

Best,
Heather

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