Gut-Healing PCOS Bread - Sourdough Bread with Ancient Grains - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Snack

This Gut-Healing PCOS Bread - Sourdough Bread with Ancient Grains is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 8g protein, and 48g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

8g Protein

48g Carbs

3g Fat

Grocery list: Sourdough starter, whole ancient grains, salt. This bread has a low Glycemic Index thanks to the use of whole ancient grains.

Ingredients

1 cup sourdough starter (US) / 240g (Metric)
2 cups whole ancient grains (US) / 480g (Metric)
1.5 cups water (US) / 360ml (Metric)
1 tsp salt (US) / 5g (Metric)

Instructions

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
Cover the bowl and let it sit at room temperature for 12-14 hours.
Preheat the oven to 450F / 230C.
Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a baking pan.
Bake for 30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.

This Gut-Healing PCOS Bread is a great source of fiber, which is important for gut health and can help manage PCOS symptoms. The use of whole ancient grains provides a low GI, which is beneficial for blood sugar control. The bread is also rich in B vitamins, which are essential for energy production and can help reduce fatigue often associated with PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gut-Healing PCOS Bread - Sourdough Bread with Ancient Grains good for PCOS?

Yes, this Gut-Healing PCOS Bread - Sourdough Bread with Ancient Grains recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 8g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Gut-Healing PCOS Bread - Sourdough Bread with Ancient Grains?

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 250 calories, 8g protein (13%), 48g carbs, 3g fat. Plus 6g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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