Portion control and blood sugar balance are key to maintaining a healthy weight and improving insulin response. Eating refined, sugary foods or over- eating at meal times causes a surge of blood glucose which triggers the release of a large amount of insulin. Insulin is a hormone produced naturally by the pancreas to regulate the amount of glucose in the blood stream. However, long term elevated insulin can lead to insulin resistance which is believed to play a significant role in weight gain and polycystic ovaries.
Calorie restriction does not mean that you have to starve yourself says Nutritionist, Amanda Michie. Much of the processed convenience foods today are very high in calories but are lacking in nutrients. Eating nutrient-dense foods such as whole-grains, legumes, lean meat, fish and vegetables provide the body with the correct calories and nutrients to maintain a healthy weight and to avoid complications such as insulin resistance.
To find out more about Nutritional support for female health problems contact UrBod Nutritionist Amanda Michie Dip.ION (mBANT) who works in the city of London, EC2.
