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Helping women with PCOS take control of their hormones, health & confidence — without the overwhelm.

12/11/2025

Ever feel like your body is fighting you, no matter how “healthy” you try to be? 😞

That constant fatigue, brain fog, bloating, mood swings, and “wired but tired” energy… it’s not in your head. It’s often a sign your body’s struggling with insulin resistance, the MOST common (and overlooked) root causes of PCOS symptoms.

When insulin levels stay high for too long, it throws off your hormones, leading to:
🧠 Mental & emotional chaos (anxiety, low motivation, cravings)
💪 Physical symptoms (belly weight gain, acne, hair changes, bloating)

The hardest part? Most women are told to just lose weight… when insulin resistance is the very reason it feels impossible.

But the good news, this can be turned around. Through good food, blood sugar balance, exercise, and the right supplements, you can feel like yourself again. 🌱

Did your doctor test you for insulin resistance? Drop a “YES” or “NO” in the comments and let’s see how many women are finally getting answers. 💛

11/11/2025

Almost every single day I speak with women who have been told the only way to improve their PCOS is through restriction, guilt and constantly being told what you CAN'T do. This DOESN'T WORK!!! Improving your PCOS is built on small, powerful choices that add up over time, that you enjoy, that you can sustain, and that make your life better.

I know how frustrating it can be when progress feels impossible. Healing with PCOS is about creating an environment where your hormones, metabolism, and hormones can thrive, and that starts with the everyday actions you take. It’s not always about doing more. Sometimes, it’s about giving yourself the right kind of support:

☀️ Vitamin D.. balances your insulin, inflammation & cycle
🍵 Green tea.. calming inflammation, aiding healthy weight loss and supporting metabolism
😴 Prioritising sleep.. letting your body repair, balance, and reset
🚶‍♀️ Daily walks.. helping stabilise blood sugar and reduce stress
💪 Strength training.. building muscle, boosting insulin sensitivity
🌿 Inositol.. supporting ovulation and cycle regularity
🍳 Eating breakfast.. fuelling your body before it crashes
🥗 Fibre-rich foods.. keeping you fuller, stabilising hormones
🥩 Protein.. the foundation of balanced blood sugar
💖 Rest days.. because recovery is as important as action
🛑 Ditching diets.. freeing yourself from the cycle of restriction & burnout

Let me know in the comments, which of these habits has made the biggest difference for you?

One of my biggest goals with my content is to show you there is a far better, enjoyable, and effective way at improving your PCOS so you can feel healthy, confident, and happy in your life.

That's all I want for you x

11/11/2025

If you have PCOS, what you eat first thing in the morning can literally set the tone for your hormones, energy, and cravings all day long.

Here’s the truth 👉 your hormones don’t want a croissant and coffee. They want protein, fibre, and balance. When you start your day with sugar or refined carbs, your insulin spikes, your blood sugar crashes, and by 10am you’re raiding the pantry like it’s a survival mission.

So let’s fix that. Here are 6 high-protein, hormone-balancing PCOS breakfasts that actually support your body instead of working against it:

🥣 Matcha Smoothie.. for when you want caffeine without the crash. It’s basically a green hug for your adrenals.
🍳 Frittata.. eggs, veggies, and bacon in perfect hormonal harmony.
🫐 Chia Pudding.. the overnight miracle for busy mornings. Your gut will thank you.
🌰 Protein Porridge.. warm, creamy, and packed with good fats. Feels indulgent but it’s secretly a metabolic powerhouse.
🥯 Eggs Benny.. yes, you can still enjoy it! Tweak the sauce and bread, and you’ve got a PCOS-friendly brunch that slaps.
🌶️ Tofu Scramble.. for dairy-free friends who want something savoury, protein-rich, and colourful enough for your Instagram story.

💡 Why high-protein breakfasts matter for PCOS:
✅ Keep blood sugar and insulin levels stable (key for managing PCOS symptoms)
✅ Reduce cravings later in the day (no more 3pm cookie stand-offs)
✅ Support better energy, focus, and long-term hormone balance

You don’t have to cut out joy to manage your PCOS. You just have to eat smarter for your hormones. And breakfast is the best place to start. 🌱

11/11/2025

Confused about which PCOS supplements you actually need? 🤔 I’ve got you covered 💗

Here’s your quick guide to choosing what works for YOU:

✨ Inositol → for insulin resistance, lower androgens + fertility support
🌿 Spearmint extract → to reduce androgens + improve facial hair
💊 Balance (Multivitamin) → your all-in-one PCOS support
🔥 L-Carnitine → helps with blood sugar, insulin + healthy weight management
🍓 Berberine → improves insulin resistance, lowers androgens + reduces belly fat
💪 Zinc with Saw Palmetto → supports hair growth + lowers androgens

Because PCOS care isn’t one-size-fits-all.. it’s about finding what your body needs. Which of these have you tried or noticed results with? Let us know below 👇

11/11/2025

Doctors are quick to blame PCOS symptoms on your diet but why do they never ask about your emotional well-being? I ask this because here’s the truth most women with PCOS were never told:

Emotional stress can trigger the same hormonal chaos as a poor diet.

When your body feels unsafe, whether from chronic stress, overthinking, burnout, emotional exhaustion, past trauma or a abusive relationship.. your body goes into fight or flight mode, and the physical result of this is that your cortisol rises. And high cortisol doesn’t just make you feel anxious… it can:

⚠️ Disrupt your ovulation
⚠️ Increase your androgens (leading to acne + facial hair)
⚠️ Directly lead to worsening insulin resistance
⚠️ Stall weight loss in it's tracks

So if you’ve ever felt like you were “doing everything right”, eating well, moving your body, taking your supplements, but still not seeing progress… were you also working on your emotional health?

Share this if you’ve ever noticed your PCOS symptoms flare up when life gets stressful. Let’s make “emotional management” part of PCOS treatment and not an afterthought.

11/11/2025

Enjoy your bowl of air lol, just make sure it’s carb and dairy free 💨😤

11/11/2025

This is the last time I let ChatGPT write my video script 🤦🏻‍♂️

10/11/2025

People have no idea how much PCOS can impact someone’s mental health. And it’s because of this, we need to raise more awareness for PCOS ❤️

09/11/2025

Most women are taking their PCOS supplements wrong.. and it’s blocking their results!

Here’s why these small changes make a huge difference 👇

🧠 Inositol: Don’t mix with caffeine! Caffeine can interfere with inositol absorption and reduce its calming effect on the nervous system, meaning less impact on insulin and mood.

🌞 Vitamin D: Always take it with a meal that includes healthy fats (like avocado or olive oil). Vitamin D is fat-soluble, so without fat, you’ll barely absorb it!

😴 Magnesium: Choose glycinate or citrate (for digestion) as they are ideal for improving PCOS.

🍃 Berberine: Start slow with 500mg daily. It’s powerful for insulin resistance, but too much too fast can cause nausea or gut upset.

🔥 L-Carnitine: Take 30–45 mins before workout, that’s when it supports energy and fat metabolism best.

☕ Zinc: Don’t take with coffee or tea! The tannins bind zinc and block absorption, a wasted dose.

🍷 Resveratrol: Avoid with alcohol, they compete in the liver for metabolism, making resveratrol far less effective.

🌿 Cinnamon: Go for Ceylon cinnamon (the “true” kind), cassia contains coumarin, which can be harmful in high doses.

✨ Turmeric: Take with black pepper! Piperine in pepper increases curcumin absorption by up to 2,000%.

💛 CoQ10: Skip caffeine when taking it, both are stimulants for mitochondria, and together they can cause jitteriness or reduce CoQ10’s effect on energy production.

💬 Save this post so you don’t forget.. your supplements work so much better when taken the right way.

Which one of these surprised you most? 👇

09/11/2025

If you have PCOS, Vitamin D should be on your daily supplement list. Period. ☀️

It’s one of the most well-researched nutrients for women with PCOS, and it can make a real difference in how you feel day to day. From hormones and cycles to mood, sleep, and fertility… vitamin D impacts it all.

Here’s what the science shows 👇

☀️ Lowers testosterone.. helping reduce acne, unwanted hair growth, and oily skin.
🔄 Regulates your cycle.. supports regular ovulation and menstrual rhythm.
🔥 Reduces inflammation.. lowers CRP and inflammatory markers that drive fatigue and hormonal imbalance.
😴 Improves sleep quality.. linked to deeper, more restorative sleep.
💪 Improves insulin sensitivity.. enhances how your body uses insulin and balances blood sugar.
⚡ Boosts energy and reduces fatigue.. supports mitochondrial function and overall vitality.
🤰 Improves ovulation and pregnancy outcomes.. supports egg quality, ovulation frequency, and fertility success.
🧠 Supports mood.. helps regulate serotonin and dopamine for better mood balance and reduced anxiety.

It’s not a miracle cure, but it’s one of those nutrients that amplifies every other part of your PCOS plan: your nutrition, your workouts, your sleep, and your hormone balance.

Which of these benefits would make the biggest difference for you? 💬

Supplements work best when combined with the right nutrition, training, sleep, and stress support. PCOS isn’t fixed with a single pill, but the right ones can help your body respond better to everything else you’re doing.

For all my fellow PCOS research nerds 🤓📚
PMIDs: 37128041, 36662833, 35270107, 30728117, 37064703

08/11/2025

PCOS = Permanently Crashed Overwhelmed Sleepy 😩

07/11/2025

If you’re struggling with facial hair because of your PCOS, there are lots of things you can do naturally to slow, or stop the growth moving forward!! The best place to start is with these foods!

Excess facial hair in PCOS comes from higher androgen levels like testosterone. The good news is that your diet can help naturally rebalance these hormones over time.

Here are my go-to foods that can actually make a difference:
🌱 Flaxseeds – rich in omega-3s that help lower androgens
💧 Chia seeds – anti-inflammatory and full of fiber to support hormone balance
🍃 Spearmint tea – shown to reduce testosterone and excess hair growth
🥜 Walnuts – boost SHBG (the protein that binds free testosterone) and provide zinc
🍵 Green tea with cinnamon – lowers inflammation and supports hormone balance

No single food is magic, but together these help reduce inflammation, androgens, and insulin, all helping to improve your facial hair

I really hope these make a difference for you xx

If you enjoy my posts, here is how you can work with my expert team and I:

💊 Science-based Supplement Range: targeted support for PCOS
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 1:1 PCOS Coaching: personalized guidance for your journey
🩸 Blood Test Reviews: clarity & direction from your results
📚 9 Recipe eBooks: delicious, PCOS-friendly meals & snacks

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