I was diagnosed with polysistic ovaries about 5 yrs ago apparently theres certain foods that your not supposed to eat, I have found foods such as potatos, cheese, bananas and pasta give me terrible stomach cramps, does anyone know what foods are suitable to eat with this condition and more importantly which foods should be avoided? any help appriciated thanks!
2007-01-11 02:20:59 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Many have this. Talk with your GYN. Trail and error may be your best reliable source as to what flares your discomfort. Keep a diary and write down what aggravates it and then avoid those items.
2007-01-11 02:25:37 · answer #1 · answered by Shayna 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Polycistic ovary syndrome can be treated with Metformin, a medication often used in diabetics. Even if you are not a diabetic, you should follow the same diet as a diabetic to treat your symptoms. The best diet for that is called the glycemic idex diet, which you can search for online for more information. Basically, you want to eat less foods that are high in the glycemic range, such as corn, peas, pasta, potatoes, breads and the like. However, that does not mean you can't eat those types of food at all, just cut back on them. After some time, you will be able to tell which foods are best for you, and how much.
Has your physician ordered any medication for you? Have they also checked your thyroid and an HbA1C?
If you are having stomach problems with the foods you mentioned, you might want to consider having your gallbladder checked with a MUGA scan. That will see how quickly your gallbaldder is emptying. A CAT scan can also check for gall stones (cholycystitis).
For the glycemic index diet, check out Joe Mercola's website. Again, it is a good source for diabetics, but will also be a good site for you to learn about eating right. Actually, the glycemic index diet is great for anyone and something from which the entire family can benefit.
2007-01-14 17:12:28 · answer #2 · answered by meekaequay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A few years back I had some problems and PCOS was mentioned. It turned out I did not suffer from it but while I was taking all the necessary tests I read a book about it that I would definitely recommend to anybody with the condition. It is called The PCOS Protection Plan by Colette Harris and Theresa Cheung and it is very easy to read and very detailed. You will also find everything you need about what to eat. Good Luck.
2007-01-12 11:22:26 · answer #3 · answered by Jess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have polycystic ovaries as well but I was never told that I could not eat certain foods because of it. I do get bad cramps if I eat bananas, eggs, dairy products, etc but that is cause I am also lactose intolerant.
2007-01-11 02:25:30 · answer #4 · answered by bradnmich2003 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some ovarian cysts are " useful cysts " and are available and flow providing no genuine issues. examine them 2 or 3 circumstances a 12 months in the journey that they get better and smaller ,,, come and flow, there is not something to be alarmed about . in the journey that they stay the same or proceed to strengthen you'll favor to have them aspirated and a biopsy carried out..
2016-12-02 03:13:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have it, too - & no one advised me to lay off certain foods. I love pasta. On the other hand, although we may have the same thing, doesn't mean it affects us the same way.
2007-01-11 02:29:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.verity-pcos.org.uk/
Hope this link maybe of some help.
2007-01-11 02:26:35 · answer #7 · answered by richard_beckham2001 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋