80. PCOS & Insulin Resistance with Guest Expert Dr. Basma Faris

On today's episode I am sitting down with Dr. Basma Faris, an OBGYN and Culinary Medicine Specialist. We talk through:

• The Rotterdam criteria for PCOS diagnosis and why many women go undiagnosed
• How insulin resistance affects energy, cravings, and weight (even if you don't have PCOS)
• Why addressing insulin resistance is key to managing PCOS symptoms
• Practical nutrition strategies: increasing fiber, balancing meals, and working with your body's biology
• The role of Continuous Glucose Monitors in personalizing your approach to food
• Why weight loss isn't the sole focus - improving overall health and quality of life is paramount
• Building a comprehensive care team for hormonal health
• Sleep evaluation and its critical role in PCOS management
  
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