oon of the dried licorice root in a cup of boiling water.
- Allow it to simmer for about 10 minutes before straining.
- Take this tea thrice daily.
- You may also use the supplemental form of licorice, but ensure you get your doctor’s advice on the way forward for the proper dosage.
NOTE: Licorice root is not recommended for those suffering from kidney disease, hypertension or diseases of the liver.
7. Take Foods with a Low Glycemic Index:
Time Required: Varies depending on the foods to be prepared
What You Need: Balanced diet and foods with a low glycemic index
One of the most common complications that arise from PCOS is the increased risk of diabetes as a result of insulin resistance. When the body is resistant to insulin, there is an increased concentration of the hormone. This impacts the process of ovulation negatively by preventing the maturation of the egg, and therefore delaying its release from the ovaries. In addition to this, insulin resistance also makes it hard for implantation to occur in the uterus, reducing the chances of a successful pregnancy. All of these factors have a great effect on a woman’s fertility, which is why it is important to address the diet bit. Below are tips on eating a balanced diet and focusing on foods with a low glycemic index.
- Increase your protein intake to prevent fluctuating levels of the insulin. Studies show that a low carbohydrate high-protein diet helps manage insulin resistance, and the reverse is true.
- Increase the amount of fiber-rich foods in your diet. Fiber helps PCOS patients in two key ways: it slows down the digestive process so that sugars are absorbed steadily without sudden spikes that worsen insulin resistance. Secondly, fiber-rich foods enhance the proper metabolic processes to ensure hormonal balance.
- Add more low glycemic index foods to your diet. Glycemic Index (GI) is a measure of how high and how low blood glucose levels change. As such, foods with a low GI are those that are digested slowly and the absorption of glucose does not cause sharp rises and drops in the blood glucose levels. This helps with proper insulin function and eases the symptoms of PCOS. Foods in this category include beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables, whole grains, oats and apples.
In addition to these home remedies, it is important to increase one’s water intake to ensure the body’s detoxification. The process of detoxification eliminates toxins from the body and improves hormonal balance by sustaining proper hormone metabolism. Consult your doctor in case you have any doubts.