PCOS Anti-Androgen - Spearmint Tea Infused Chia Pudding - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Anti-Androgen - Spearmint Tea Infused Chia Pudding
Prep: 10 min
Servings: 2
Breakfast

This PCOS Anti-Androgen - Spearmint Tea Infused Chia Pudding is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 7g protein, and 23g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
7g Protein
23g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: Almond milk, spearmint tea bags, chia seeds, honey, fresh berries. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of chia seeds (GI 1) and almond milk (GI 25).

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of almond milk (480 ml)
  • 2 spearmint tea bags
  • 1/2 cup of chia seeds (95g)
  • 2 tablespoons of honey (30 ml), Fresh berries for topping

Instructions

  1. Heat the almond milk until hot but not boiling.
  2. Steep the spearmint tea bags in the hot almond milk for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea bags and stir in the chia seeds and honey.
  4. Pour the mixture into two bowls or jars.
  5. Refrigerate overnight.
  6. Top with fresh berries before serving.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in fiber from chia seeds, which helps in blood sugar regulation, an important aspect for managing PCOS. Spearmint tea is known to have anti-androgen effects, which can help in reducing excess androgen levels in women with PCOS. The addition of berries provides antioxidants and vitamin C. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be personalized with your favorite toppings.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Anti-Androgen - Spearmint Tea Infused Chia Pudding recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 7g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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

Per serving: 250 calories, 7g protein (11%), 23g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 10g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

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

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