About this episode
A common recommendation for better PCOS health is to stop eating dairy. Many PCOS “experts” recommend against consuming dairy products. But is it realistic, necessary, or even beneficial for most women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome? In this episode, we will explore some of the most up-to-date research and practical real-life strategies when it comes to dairy and PCOS. Hit play to listen now. Dairy and PCOS Root Causes Perhaps you’ve heard that you should avoid dairy if you have PCOS. But is this true? And why? That is what we will be discussing in this episode. There are two main concerns regarding dairy First, the inflammatory effects of dairy and this is key, FOR SOME WOMEN. Not all women find dairy to be inflammatory Dairy can be broken down into various components that we will discuss in this episode. Which are potentially problematic, how to avoid them and how to know what works for you. Getting Enough Protein Personally, I have two issues with avoiding dairy. First, it is a good source of protein and it is hard enough to get enough protein in the day. Dairy protein is found in: Cheese Yogurt Protein Powders Protein bars Etc The plant-based alternatives don’t provide as much protein and less of it is absorbed by the body. In this episode, we explore choosing good options for protein regardless of if dairy is a good fit for you so be sure to take special note of that section. Milk, Yogurt, Cheese, or Dairy Alternatives??? Then we have all the dairy alternatives. Are they actually good nourishment or are they just alternatives for individuals who have sensitivities? Plus how to choose the best options. Listen to the full episode to make this decision for yourself, then check out the episode page for some brands and considerations I use when choosing what to buy. Creating a lifestyle not just a diet Ultimately I always want to come back to the reminder that this is a lifestyle and whatever you choose that is right for you is unique to your body and what you want out of life The point of this conversation is to shed light on the information out there and the products that fit those recommendations. But at the end of the day feeling better in your body is the goal and only you can determine what is and isn’t working. For this episode, I collected all the latest and up-to-date information in regard to dairy and PCOS. Listen now so you can decide what the best options will be for you as you create a lifestyle of PCOS health. So if you are ready to discover if dairy is or isn’t a good option for your PCOS hormones go ahead and listen to this episode now. You can take the quiz to discover your root cause here Let’s continue the conversation on Instagram! What did you find helpful in this episode and what follow-up questions do you have? The full list of Resources & References Mentioned can be found on the Episode webpage at: https://nourishedtohealthy.com/dairy