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PCOS and Inositol: 5 Foods That Should Be Part of Your Daily Diet

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Published on May 10, 2024 06:00 IST

  • From cabbage to buckwheat, here’s a list of foods high in inositol.

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Polycystic ovary syndrome is a disease in which the ovaries produce abnormal amounts of androgens, leading to the formation of ovarian cysts. This can further lead to irregular menstruation, weight gain, acne formation and mood swings. In polycystic ovary syndrome, some people may lack adequate doses of myo-inositol. Inositol is a type of sugar produced in the body and is also found in foods. "When our bodies struggle to use insulin efficiently, our bodies may also be unable to fully utilize myo-inositol... causing our inositol stores to become depleted," Nutritionist Tallene Hacatoryan writes. Here are some foods you should eat on a daily basis. (Pixabay)
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Published on May 10, 2024 06:00 IST

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a disease in which the ovaries produce abnormal amounts of androgens, leading to the formation of ovarian cysts. This can further lead to irregular menstruation, weight gain, acne formation and mood swings. In polycystic ovary syndrome, some people may lack adequate doses of myo-inositol. Inositol is a type of sugar produced in the body and is also found in foods. “When our bodies struggle to use insulin efficiently, our bodies may also be unable to fully utilize myo-inositol… causing our inositol stores to become depleted,” writes nutritionist Tallene Hacatoryan. Here are some foods you should eat on a daily basis. (Pixabay)

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Buckwheat is a great flour substitute. It is gluten-free and rich in fiber, protein and antioxidants. (Unsplash)
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Buckwheat is a great flour substitute. It is gluten-free and rich in fiber, protein and antioxidants. (no splash)

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Cabbage helps reduce inflammation and improve digestion. It is also a great source of vitamins, fiber and folate. (Unsplash)
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Cabbage helps reduce inflammation and improve digestion. It is also a great source of vitamins, fiber and folate. (no splash)

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Citrus and melon are great sources of vitamin C, flavonoids and fiber. They also satisfy sweet tooth cravings. (Unsplash)
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Citrus and melon are great sources of vitamin C, flavonoids and fiber. They also satisfy sweet tooth cravings. (no splash)

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Nuts have many benefits and are a healthy snack of choice. They also help reduce food cravings and keep us feeling full. (Unsplash)
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Nuts have many benefits and are a healthy snack of choice. They also help reduce food cravings and keep us full. (Unsplash)