PCOS-friendly diet tips: 5 reasons you need Curcumin

From stimulating gallbladder to easing inflammation, here are a few ways by which curcumin can alleviate symptoms of PCOS.

Published on: May 17, 2024 3:49 PM IST

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PCOS is the condition where cyst forms in the ovaries due to an abnormal amount of Androgen produced by the ovaries. This further leads to menstrual irregularity, acne formation, obesity and mood swings. With the right kind of diet, PCOS symptoms can be managed. Curcumin is an important ingredient that should be added to the daily diet for its benefits. Dietitian Tallene Hacatoryan shared the benefits of curcumin for PCOS. (Shutterstock)

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Curcumin in turmeric comes with strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This further helps in regulating blood sugar and decreasing weight.  (Pixabay)

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Women with PCOS need a healthy liver to fight inflammation. Curcumin helps in stimulating the gallbladder which is used by liver to eliminate the toxins from the body.  (Pixabay)

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Free radicals are unstable atoms that further lead to illness, ageing and insulin resistance. Curcumin helps in neutralising the free radicals.  (Istock)

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Curcumin helps in easing inflammation and boosting Serotonin and Dopamine. This helps in alleviating symptoms of Depression.  (Karl Solano)

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Curcumin helps in boosting cholesterol levels and alleviating cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure and insulin-resistant diabetes.  (Shutterstock)