Treating PCOS with the DASH Diet: Empower the Warrior from Within

By: Amy Plano RD

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Synopsis: Relieve PCOS symptoms with the proven power of the DASH diet PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is difficult to live with, but its symptoms—such as infertility and weight gain—can be managed, and, in some cases, eliminated altogether. A modified DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stopping Hypertension) diet has been clinically proven to reduce PCOS symptoms. The DASH diet optimizes insulin levels, promotes weight loss, and reduces the risk of chronic diseases—all the while, you're enjoying delicious meals and getting relief. Not sure how to get started? Not a problem. Treating PCOS with the DASH Diet contains a 3-week meal plan that guides you along this new journey. Learn how to properly prep meals week-to-week with simple recipes that are healthy, tasty, and easy to whip up. Treating PCOS with the DASH Diet includes the following: Harness a data-backed diet—DASH has been shown to help PCOS sufferers lose stomach fat and improve inflammation markers. Lower your insulin resistance—Learn how to reduce insulin resistance and keep unwanted weight gain in check. Improve your eating habits—Changing the way you eat isn't easy, and this book offers helpful guidelines to make your transition simple. Discover the positive health effects the DASH diet can have towards your PCOS symptoms. With this helpful guide, you'll be feeling (and eating) better in no time.