PCOS Diet Book: How you can use the nutritional approach to deal with polycystic ovary syndrome

by Colette Harris

The nutritional answer for all women sufferers of polycystic ovary syndrome, a condition which affects one in ten women Having established herself as the authority on PCOS Colette Harris now provides a practical plan for sufferers of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome with the ‘PCOS Diet Book’. The book explains how – with the right nutritional approach – you can lose weight, improve your skin, aid fertility and overcome exhaustion, depression and mood swings. Various diets to suit each individual, accessible explanations of nutritional science and hormonal health, combined with an emphasis upon personal and emotional well-being make this title essential reading for all PCOS sufferers.

Genres: Health, Nonfiction, Food, Cookbooks, Medical, Self Help

384 pages, Paperback

First published August 5, 2002

About the author

Colette Harris is a leading health journalist and magazine editor with a degree from Oxford University. She's been writing pioneering articles on PCOS in international newspapers and magazines since 1997 in order to raise awarenss of the condition, and to campaign for better treatment and understanding for women who have it. Colette is a frequent speaker at international conferences and women's groups exploring PCOS.

Reviews

[Kirsty Watson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this! Although now classed as a dated book, I loved all the science backing why certain foods are no good for PCOS and the added support references. Would recommend to a friend.

[Caro Lyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

There is nothing too novel in this large book -- it may have been ahead of its time in 2002. Now, it's pretty standard information: eat protein, low glycemic carbs, and healthy fats. Avoid the weird processed things, chemicals, and sweeteners. Manage stress. Consider "alternative" therapies.

Losing weight is a big focus, and the information about portions, motivation, and the emotional connection with food is a well worn path (at least in my reading). The mini-meal approach recommended by this book was popular in the early 2000s, but did not work for me. There is also information about associated issues (diabetes, thyroid, digestion), but those sections are so brief that web MD probably has more detail. The ten pages of recipes didn't fit into the book well. I though the A-Z listing of supplements was interesting.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I highly recommend this book. It has helped me understand in more depth about the Syndrome and what you can do to help your symptoms with food. It does help! I have lost 11 lbs because of this book, my acne has cleared up to a point that I'm not embarrassed and also my fatigue as calmed down. I have energy!!!

I still pick it up and read it, so I guess I'm not finished yet but I have finished at least once. :)

[Lynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this book to be full of information on how to handle PCOS through food. I am definitely going to read again as there is so much information. The book gives ideas of what to eat and what to get together. It gives suggestions on supplements and offers supportive ideas on how to change the thought processes with dealing with food. If you have PCOS or are interested in knowing what it is, this is a book to pick up!

[Letta Raven · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very useful tool for anyone with PCOS, though I would have loved for the book to have more quick easy recipes than what is inside. Honestly though, a very helpful and informative tome.

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was informative and very helpful. I would recommended it to any woman with PCOS. I would have liked more recipes and dietary ideas though.