Author: Dt. Poonam Sharma | Health First Diet Clinic, Greater Noida
| 🚫 Avoid These PCOD-Triggering Foods | ✅ Swap With These Healing Indian Alternatives | 💡 Why the Swap Works |
|---|---|---|
| Refined Sugar (Pastries, cold drinks, chocolate bars) | Natural Sweeteners (Mishri, dates, coconut sugar in moderation) | Refined sugar spikes insulin and worsens hormonal imbalance. Natural options reduce cravings and support ovulation. |
| Maida (White Flour) (Pizza, white bread, bakery items) | Whole Grains (Ragi, Jowar, Bajra, Red rice, Brown rice) | Maida raises blood sugar and causes weight gain. Whole grains keep insulin stable and boost metabolism. |
| Processed Breakfast Cereals (Chocos, cornflakes, sugary muesli) | Home-made Options (Poha, upma, vegetable oats, besan chilla) | Processed cereals are loaded with hidden sugars. Homemade Indian breakfasts are fiber-rich and PCOD-friendly. |
| Packaged Juices & Sodas | Infused Water & Herbal Teas (Jeera water, ajwain tea, mint water) | Packaged drinks spike insulin and add empty calories. Herbal infusions support digestion and reduce inflammation. |
| Fried Snacks (Chips, samosas, pakoras from outside) | Homemade Roasted Snacks (Makhana, chana, nuts, sweet potato chaat) | Fried foods increase trans fats & acne. Roasted snacks control hunger and reduce hormonal acne naturally. |
👩⚕️ Bonus Tip from Dt. Poonam Sharma:
“PCOD is not just about weight — it’s about food timing, hormonal rhythm, and insulin control. You don’t need to give up Indian food. You need to eat it right.”
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