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Topic: Nutrition - June 05 2022
How to Fuel Yourself as an Athlete With PCOS

The hormonal disorder known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) comes with a few specific recommendations on how to keep your insulin levels regulated. Here, VIS expert and dietitian Ashley Harpst shares ideas for tasty, energy-rich meals and snacks to meet PCOS needs while preparing to compete.

By Cassidy Hettesheimer

VIS Creator

& Ashley Harpst, RD

VIS Expert

Topic: Nutrition

June 05 2022

VISPCOS-FEED
When I was first diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) while playing high school soccer, I wasn’t sure what that would mean for me as an athlete. I sat in front of the specialist who was telling me to avoid eating too many carbs, and all I could think about was pregame pasta dinners and sub sandwiches. I wondered, was I supposed to give those up entirely? In reality, the answer is no. I still eat pasta, sandwiches, and my favorite on-the-go snacks. But in order to countera...
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