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Question: I have PCOS but really crave sweets like baked goods. What are some things I could eat?
Answer: The issue with many baked goods is that they are low in fiber, are highly processed and high in added sugar and therefore carbohydrates – these means it is best to limit these sorts of products if you have PCOS. If you want a sweet treat that may have less of an effect on your blood sugar, look for sweet treats that are lower in added sugar and higher in fiber.
• Make a yogurt parfait using plain Greek yogurt and top it with a tablespoon of granola, chopped nuts and some fresh fruit.
• Have a slice of whole wheat bread with some natural peanut or almond butter and a small amount of jam or honey.
• Make air popped popcorn and toss with a small amount of melted butter with some cinnamon and a small amount of brown sugar.
• Make up small individual servings of trail mix with a cereal that is low in added sugar, nuts, and raisins and mini chocolate chips.
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• Make your own mini muffins and freeze them individually.
• If you really want to a baked dessert, it might be best to buy just one serving of something if this is something that you feel as though you couldn’t limit eating.
Leah McGrath, RDN, LDN
Ingles Markets Corporate Dietitian
facebook.com/LeahMcgrathDietitian
800-334-4936
