By Dr. Beverly Yates, Founder PCOS Weight Loss

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In this discussion on PCOS and Fat Loss you’ll discover which fats are okay to eat and which fats you should avoid…

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In order to lose weight, women with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) need to know the truth about eating fats. Misconceptions about fats abound, so to have better success, it’s important to separate fact from fiction.

Why Some Fats Are Good

Not all fats are bad; and avoiding all fats means denying your body the good fats. While fat can be an obvious source of calories, overdoing it while cutting out fats is not as helpful as it seems.

Actually, eating a moderate amount of healthy fats is a good idea and is more likely to help you shed unwanted pounds. Why? The hormone imbalance responsible for some of the health issues associated with PCOS — including weight gain, acne, cravings, and fertility issues — will respond well to eating healthy fats. In other words, eating healthy fats will influence your hormonal balance in a positive way.

Healthy fats nourish the body, giving it important building blocks for not only improved hormonal balance but improved wellness.

Which Fats to Avoid and Which Fats to Eat

Women with PCOS have to focus on eating healthy fats while eliminating unhealthy fats. Otherwise, her body will be trapped in the hormone imbalances that cause problems for those with PCOS.

Eliminate all trans-fats, all hydrogenated fats, hydrogenated vegetable oils, margarine, lard and fat back. If you are preparing your own food, read labels and be careful not to add these fats. These kinds of fats are a disaster for those with PCOS, because they can aggravate problems with hormone balance. They directly interfere with wellness.

Check labels regularly, even with products you’ve bought for years, because formulations can change. Don’t make assumptions.

Healthy fats that you should seek out include olive oil and palm oil (although you should read the label and make certain it is not in a hydrogenated form). Safflower oil is another good oil, as is coconut oil. Even though coconut oil has saturated fat, it’s good for you. Specifically, it helps with improving metabolism. Sesame oil is also a healthy choice.

You might be surprised to learn that using a small amount of organic butter or organic ghee (clarified butter) is also okay. Ghee has nutrients that are good for your gut. Just limit your consumption to about 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of ghee or butter at a time.

How Healthy Fats Can Help

Some dieters believe that eliminating all fats is the best course for losing weight. However, especially for those with PCOS, you should instead focus on eating healthy oils. It is far healthier and more sustainable to lose weight by including healthy fats as part of your overall weight loss plan.

Your body uses these fats to make hormones. They are also used to repair your nervous system, and to keep the digestive tract and your skin healthy. It’s not smart to eliminate these fats over a long period of time, especially when you have PCOS.

By watching which fats you consume, along with a comprehensive diet plan for PCOS weight loss, you will see gradual results.

Summary

Don’t be afraid of eating fats, but stick to healthy fats. Eat them gently; don’t drown your food in oils. A small amount of healthy fat is good for your overall health, even if you have PCOS. Eating healthy fats will help improve your hormone balance, help you feel full and satisfied when you eat, and help to tame food cravings. Healthful fats are a part of a sustainable healthy eating program for PCOS wellness including PCOS weight loss.

To learn more and to get a free report containing weight loss tips and secrets geared specifically for women with PCOS, visit PCOSWeightLossTips.com.

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Dr. Beverly Yates is an expert on weight loss and women’s health including PCOS Weight loss. She has over two decades of clinical experience, and she uses her problem solving skills to help other women solve their weight loss problems. For more FREE PCOS Weight Loss Tips and Secrets, and to buy the Ultimate PCOS Weight Loss Herbs and Supplements Guide, check out http://www.PCOSWeightLossTips.com.

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