Cocoa Delight | PCOS Meal Planner

This Cocoa Delight is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Drew Ramsey, M.D., & Jennifer Iserloh If you have a fetish for dark chocolate, this will fuel your flame. It will also energize your body with antioxidants that boost blood flow to the brain (and a few other vital organs). Cocoa, kale, and cher

Ingredients

Servings 1

1 cup roughly chopped kale
1 cup frozen pitted black cherries
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, plus 1 teaspoon for sprinkling
2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions

Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and sprinkle with the cocoa powder. Serve immediately.

Why this Cocoa Delight works for PCOS

Liquid calories deserve extra attention with PCOS because they pass through the stomach faster than solid food, producing sharper insulin responses. If a drink contains sugar, sweetener, or fruit, pairing it with a protein-rich snack helps blunt the response.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Kale.

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cocoa Delight good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cocoa Delight recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Drink with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Drink. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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