Anti-Inflammatory Collagen Bedtime Elixir for PCOS - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Anti-Inflammatory Collagen Bedtime Elixir for PCOS
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 10 min
Servings: 2
Snack

This Anti-Inflammatory Collagen Bedtime Elixir for PCOS is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 150 calories, 10g protein, and 15g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes. High in fiber (1g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

150 Calories
10g Protein
15g Carbs
3g Fat
Grocery list: Almond milk, collagen powder, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, honey. This elixir has a low GI, making it ideal for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of almond milk (240 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of collagen powder (15 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric (1 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon (1 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ginger (1 g)
  • 1 teaspoon of honey (7 g)

Instructions

  1. Warm the almond milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the collagen powder, turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger.
  3. Stir until the collagen powder is fully dissolved.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the honey.
  5. Pour into a mug and enjoy warm.
This Anti-Inflammatory Collagen Bedtime Elixir is a soothing, warm drink that helps to reduce inflammation, promote gut health, and aid in restful sleep - all important factors for managing PCOS. The collagen provides a source of protein, while the turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger offer anti-inflammatory benefits. The almond milk provides a creamy, comforting base, and the honey adds a touch of natural sweetness. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it a perfect addition to your bedtime routine.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Cinnamon is one of the best ingredients that someone with insulin sensitivity can eat. Half a teaspoon of cinnamon per day has been shown to be very effective at normalizing blood sugar levels. Cinnamon contains hydroxychalcone, which is thought to enhance the effects of insulin. It has also been suggested that Cinnamon prevents post-meal blood sugar spikes by slowing the gastric emptying rate - meaning that food digests slowly. (Reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11506060). Honey, of...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Anti-Inflammatory Collagen Bedtime Elixir for PCOS recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 150 calories per serving with 10g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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.

Per serving: 150 calories, 10g protein (27%), 15g carbs, 3g fat. Plus 1g 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 Snack. At 150 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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