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Empowering Women with PCOS

Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of presenting on PCOS diagnosis and care to registered dietitians at the Diversify Dietetics Nutrition Summit. In case you are interested in learning more about this annual summit and the amazing work of Diversify Dietetics: https://www.diversifydietetics.org/

Understanding PCOS: Key Hormonal Imbalances Explained

What is Poly-Cystic Ovary Syndrome?Poly-Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine condition. While the exact cause is unknown, we do know that hormone imbalances play a huge part. Hormones are chemicals made by the body that control everything from our sleep and energy levels, to digestion and mood. With PCOS, studies show that theContinueContinue reading “Understanding PCOS: Key Hormonal Imbalances Explained”

Boost Your Health with a Balanced Diet

To enhance health, manage weight, and balance hormones, a diet rich in healthy fats, lean proteins, and plant foods is essential. Include omega-3-rich seafood, nuts, seeds, and avocados, while favoring lean proteins like chicken and legumes. Emphasize colorful vegetables and fruits daily, and choose whole grains over refined starches for optimal nutrition.

Top Choline-Rich Foods for Expecting Mothers

Choline is an essential nutrient that is neither a vitamin, nor a mineral. But it’s no mystery that choline is key to good health, especially during pregnancy and when breastfeeding! Choline plays a role in heart and brain health and function and making cell membranes. During pregnancy, choline is using for making the placenta, asContinueContinue reading “Top Choline-Rich Foods for Expecting Mothers”

Pregnancy First trimester: What nutrients do I need?

Despite all the jokes about “eating for two,” the reality of the first trimester might be closer to prenatal vitamins, rice cakes, and ginger ale. Even women who manage to enjoy regular meals and snacks might not be following a balanced and nutritious way of eating. Here are the top nutrients to consider during earlyContinueContinue reading “Pregnancy First trimester: What nutrients do I need?”