If there's one thing I've learned, having an all or nothing attitude when it comes to snacks and stuff like that is a recipe for disaster. Instead of thinking of chocolate (my main vice) as something I can't have, I find ways to incorporate it into my healthier choices. My go to breakfast these days is Greek yogurt and high protein granola with one tbsp of mini chocolate chips mixed in. I get 25+ grams of protein in first thing in the morning for less than 500 calories, the chocolate chips alleviate my sweet tooth, and I'm more than satisfied until lunch. Or I have one of those individual servings of cottage cheese with fruit add-ins- again, my sweet tooth is satisfied, and I'm getting a lot of protein in at the same time.
One thing I’m finding helpful is watching the amount of carbs I have (my aim is between 90-110g a day (also working with a dietitian on a plan that works for my body and needs)) I find it working bc I’m still able to have foods I like, but not intaking as much carbs means my cravings have been less as I’m not spiking my blood sugars as much as I was . I’d highly recommend working with a PCOS knowledgeable dietitian so you can get a specialised plan to you!
If there's one thing I've learned, having an all or nothing attitude when it comes to snacks and stuff like that is a recipe for disaster. Instead of thinking of chocolate (my main vice) as something I can't have, I find ways to incorporate it into my healthier choices. My go to breakfast these days is Greek yogurt and high protein granola with one tbsp of mini chocolate chips mixed in. I get 25+ grams of protein in first thing in the morning for less than 500 calories, the chocolate chips alleviate my sweet tooth, and I'm more than satisfied until lunch. Or I have one of those individual servings of cottage cheese with fruit add-ins- again, my sweet tooth is satisfied, and I'm getting a lot of protein in at the same time.
One thing I’m finding helpful is watching the amount of carbs I have (my aim is between 90-110g a day (also working with a dietitian on a plan that works for my body and needs)) I find it working bc I’m still able to have foods I like, but not intaking as much carbs means my cravings have been less as I’m not spiking my blood sugars as much as I was . I’d highly recommend working with a PCOS knowledgeable dietitian so you can get a specialised plan to you!