Standard calorie calculators don't account for insulin resistance. Ours does — with PCOS-adjusted macros based on clinical nutrition research.
Based on Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism research on PCOS and insulin resistance (2021). Not a substitute for medical advice.
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) affects 8–13% of women of reproductive age. Insulin resistance — present in up to 70% of women with PCOS — means the body doesn't process carbohydrates as efficiently. Standard high-carb eating patterns can worsen symptoms, elevate androgen levels, and make weight loss significantly harder.
Research published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism shows that a higher protein, lower glycaemic carbohydrate diet improves insulin sensitivity and reduces androgen levels in women with PCOS. This calculator uses a protein target of 30–35% of calories, with carbohydrates focused on low-GI sources like vegetables, legumes, and whole grains.
Anti-inflammatory foods — fatty fish, leafy greens, berries, olive oil — reduce chronic inflammation associated with PCOS. Inositol (found in citrus fruits and whole grains) has strong clinical evidence for improving insulin sensitivity and ovarian function in PCOS. Magnesium-rich foods like dark chocolate, avocado, and nuts support glucose metabolism.