I've said it before and firmly believe that Dairy and PCOS just don't mix. But, it is one of the things that women find hard to give up and I get loads of questions about why dairy shouldn't be part of a Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome diet. So, in this podcast we look at the issue a little more closely.
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In this episode, you'll find out about:
- Why dairy is so bad for PCOS
- IGF-1 and how it impacts on your PCOS
- How dairy impacts on your insulin and the glycemic load of your meals
- Possible alternatives to dairy and milk substitutes
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Hi Tarryn
Thanks for the awesome website!
I am in South Africa and we are very limited here in terms of dairy-free alternatives and the ones we do have are ridiculously expensive! So much so that it’s almost enough to put me off buying the non-dairy products such as almond or coconut milk. Very frustrating.
I did come across a dairy-free yogurt today based on pea protein:
http://www.veganonline.com.au/groceries/non-dairy/redwood-wot-no-dairy-natural
What would your thoughts be on this?
I really miss yogurt and was hoping that goats milk / yogurt would be the answer to my problems…
Help on this would be much appreciated!
Thanks,
Tammy.
DeaR Tarryn,
you mentioned that the fermentation process in yoghurt destroys-or deactivates?- IGF-1 in dairy. So I wonder: Does the same logic apply to fermented cheese and dairy-milk kefir? Are the safer than the fresh forms?
Do you have any thoughts about ghee?
As it’s clarified, it might not have any of the hormones? And, I’ve studied some Ayurveda, and the Ayurvedic diet swears by having ghee in your diet?
What broth? Burn broth?
I have suffered from acne since I was a teenager, I am now 33years old and am still battling with it. I have seen many dermatologists who have prescribed many topical treatments as well as low dose antibiotics (but who wants to take antibiotics everyday?). I have just recently started to investigate hormonal acne on my own and have really discovered the effects that dairy has on my acne. Since avoiding dairy my acne has improved, I am still researching ways to lower my adrogen levels. I am very happy to have discovered this website with such helpful information on lowering androgen levels.
Cara, I am 31 and too still dealing with acne, and I too feel I have high androgen levels, even though they came back “normal”. No dermatologists were helpful. I already had a healthy diet, but incorporated even more anti-inflammatory foods while removing dairy. I only have 1 cup organic milk daily, no other dairy. I’ve found I have less inflammation breakouts. I try to eat more organically, I include even more flax, fish oil, Kale, avocados. My previous occasional pre-packaged snacks are not a rarity. I also did my own research in my efforts to “self diagnose” as my skin has more white bumps under my skin more then the typical red/irritated acne you see in teens and happened to come across some great solutions. If this is you too, I’d be happy to share my current regimen which I find is working, after all these years!! Still a ways to go, but on the way to a clearer face 🙂 Good luck to you.
Thank you Shelby for your post. I have just discovered that I have PCOS and am 26 years old. I too have suffered from cystic acne under the skin on my face. I am very interested to know more about your regimine. Thanks for sharing your story! Best regards.
Will you also post a transcript of the podcast? Thanks!