Should you worry about your gut health?
The gut microbiome of women with PCOS is less diverse than in women without PCOS, with evidence of higher intestinal permeability. This reduction in gut microbial diversity has been linked to hyperandrogenism as well as increased levels of systemic inflammation.
While an increase in stress can also damage the gut, improving gut health can also work to improve your fasting insulin levels, so it is worth following a few helpful tips to help improve your overall gut health, whether you are someone with symptoms of poor gut health or not.
1. Include sources of natural probiotics in your diet. Try kefir, natural Greek yoghurt, kimchi or kombucha.
2. Include some sources of natural prebiotics in your diet. Asparagus, garlic, legumes, oats and apples are all good sources of natural prebiotics that help feed your good gut bacteria.
3. Include good sources of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet. Omega-3 sources of foods like fish, nuts and flaxseeds can help keep your gut healthy and increase gut microbiome diversity. It can also help reduce inflammation in the body.
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