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Nutritional management in polycystic ovary syndrome: challenges and opportunities

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: PCOS is one of the most common endocrine diseases affecting women of reproductive age. There is a high prevalence among diseased females. The proper diet for PCOS thus targets these two characteristics of the disorder and through their management and the other symptoms of PCOS including hirsutism, acne and infertility are targeted. Saturated fats consumption should be reduced the unsaturated fat intake must be balanced with the carbohydrate and protein intake. Carbohydrate intake should not be abundant in the diet and the protein intake should not exceed 20% of the total macronutrient calorie intake. A healthy lifestyle must be followed which includes at least 30 minutes of exercise, five times a week. A properly managed diet combined with a balanced lifestyle addresses insulin resistance, cardiovascular health and metabolism, all of which target PCOS symptoms and alleviate them.

Source: International Journal of Food Safety Nutrition and Public Health

DOI: 10.1504/ijfsnph.2021.113389

Authors: Caroline Hmedeh, Ghina Ghazeeri, Ihab Tewfik

Institutions: American University of Beirut Medical Center, University of Westminster, American University of Beirut

Language: English

Topic: Ovarian function and disorders

Subfield: Reproductive Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2903046919

FWCI: 0.51

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