psco and food

[me2ubear1412]

i have pcso and me and my partner are trying for our first and struggling was wondering if things like to much sugar can effect ovulation.my blood sugar level come back fine and so did my other blood test.their is cysts in the ovaries that causing the problem.

 

[lisap2008]

Yes sugar does affect fertility I have PCOS and was able to ovulate and conceive naturally after lowering my sugar intake and losing 20 pounds .

 

[Zephram]

I believe there is a link between PCOS and insulin resistance, which means you are much better off following a low sugar diet - go for healthy fats and protein and low GI carbs.

 

[Palladium]

Yes, women with PCOS often also have insulin resistance, which impedes or even prevents ovulation. You can't diagnose insulin resistance just from a standard blood sugar test, you have to have a glucose tolerance test done. But that's why they often prescribe metformin for PCOS, because it helps control blood sugar and can help ovulation.

The best thing for insulin resistance is to follow a lowish carb/low GI diet, so cut out as much refined sugar as possible, and stick to wholegrain carbs (but not too many). Lots of lean protein and vegies.

I don't have polycystic ovaries but I do have insulin resistance. Since I've been on metformin and changed my diet I've lost 10 kg and gone from barely ovulating on my own to ovulating like clockwork, even a little early. No bfp yet but I'm hoping it won't be long.

Since you know you have PCOS you should talk to your doctor about treatment options, but just changing your diet can make a big difference.

 

[me2ubear1412]

thanks for the help i spoke to my doctor and they have put me on some tablets their called letrozole to see if it helps.i dont need to loose any weight but i am going to try and reduce my sugar intake.


how much sugar should i be having a day.

 

[lisap2008]

You should try to cut out all refined sugar from your diet and only sugar allowed is the natural sugars found in fresh fruits.

 

[lewood88]

Try a gluten free diet too Hun gluten intolerance is common with women with pcos and being gluten free will help with ovulations too

 

[Charmed86]

Honestly, the best thing you can do is speak to your GP & ask for a referral to a dietician. Don't make any major changes to your diet before speaking to your GP first. Diet can affect fertility, especially for women with pcos, however not all women with pcos have problems digesting sugar. Are you able to see a fertility specialist? they will be able to look into the reasons for your trouble ovulating.

 

[me2ubear1412]

i am seeing fertility expect they cant tell me why i cant get pregnant.all my blood test ae normal and my tubes are not blocked.

 

[lisap2008]

i am seeing fertility expect they cant tell me why i cant get pregnant.all my blood test ae normal and my tubes are not blocked.

Sometimes it can take a while to conceive your first even if there is nothing wrong, it took 3 years for me to conceive my first daughter.