Zinc-Rich Lentil and Vegetable Crockpot Stew for PCOS

1. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground turmeric to the crockpot. 2. Add the rinsed lentils, diced sweet potato, chopped kale, diced tomatoes, diced carrots, and diced celery to the crockpot. 3. Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to combine. 4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the lentils and vegetables are tender. 5. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. 6. Before serving, toast the pumpkin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. 7. Ladle the stew into bowls and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds. 8. Serve hot and enjoy.