PCOS Hormone Balancing Tea - Spearmint and Chamomile Iced Tea - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 5 min

Cook: 10 min

Servings: 2

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This PCOS Hormone Balancing Tea - Spearmint and Chamomile Iced Tea is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 5 calories, and 1g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes.

Nutrition per Serving

5 Calories

0g Protein

1g Carbs

0g Fat

Grocery list: Spearmint tea bags, chamomile tea bags, honey. This tea has a low GI, making it perfect for PCOS.

Ingredients

2 cups of water (480 ml)
2 spearmint tea bags
2 chamomile tea bags
1-2 teaspoons of honey (5-10 ml), Ice cubes

Instructions

Boil the water in a pot.
Add the spearmint and chamomile tea bags and let them steep for 5-10 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool.
Stir in the honey until it dissolves.
Pour the tea over ice in two glasses.
Serve immediately.

This refreshing iced tea is not only delicious but also beneficial for PCOS. Spearmint has been shown to have anti-androgen effects, which can help balance hormones in women with PCOS. Chamomile is known for its calming properties, which can help reduce stress, a common trigger for PCOS symptoms. The small amount of honey adds a touch of sweetness without raising blood sugar levels too much, as it has a lower GI than sugar.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Spearmint can help deal with PCOS due to its anti-androgenic properties. A study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research found that drinking spearmint tea can help reduce hirsutism, or excess body hair, by reducing free and total testosterone levels and increasing luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Hormone Balancing Tea - Spearmint and Chamomile Iced Tea good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Hormone Balancing Tea - Spearmint and Chamomile Iced Tea recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 5 calories per serving, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

How long does it take to make PCOS Hormone Balancing Tea - Spearmint and Chamomile Iced Tea?

This recipe takes about 15 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. At 5 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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