The PCOS Plan: Diet and Fasting Guide
Diet: The PCOS Plan is a guide by Drs. Jason Fung and Nadia Brito Pateguana about polycystic ovary syndrome, low-carb eating and intermittent fasting. It also includes recipes and menu plans, so it may suit readers looking for practical food ideas alongside the authors’ approach.
At a glance
- Explains the authors’ view of insulin’s role in PCOS and discusses a low-carb diet and intermittent fasting.
- Includes fifty recipes and menu plans, according to the listing.
- Customer feedback describes the book as informative and easy to understand, while reactions to the dietary advice are mixed.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines explanatory material with recipes and menu plans for practical reading.
- The listing identifies two authors, Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Nadia Brito Pateguana.
Cons
- Its low-carb and intermittent-fasting approach may not suit readers seeking a broader range of dietary approaches.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Greystone Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 1 July 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 224 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1771644605 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1771644600 |
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
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| Dimensions | 14.99 x 2.03 x 22.61 cm |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The title uses the terms “prevent and reverse,” but this book listing is not evidence that the approach will prevent or reverse PCOS for an individual. Consider discussing dietary changes with a qualified health professional.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers with PCOS seeking an explanatory guide focused on low-carb eating and intermittent fasting.
- Readers who want recipes and menu plans alongside information about PCOS.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a diet-neutral overview or a clinical treatment plan tailored to their circumstances.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as informative and easy to understand, with readers appreciating its recipes and some calling it life-changing. Reactions to the diet advice are mixed, including a concern that it leans heavily on low-carb and keto approaches. That distinction matters because the listed content itself centres on low-carb eating and intermittent fasting, rather than presenting a range of dietary approaches. Aggregate ratings are generally positive, but they do not establish that the advice is suitable for every reader.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as informative and easy to understand.
- Customers appreciate the recipes.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback on the diet advice is mixed, with a reported concern that the approach leans heavily on low-carb and keto.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does The PCOS Plan cover?
The listing describes material on PCOS symptoms and the authors’ view of excess insulin, followed by discussion of low-carb eating and intermittent fasting.
Does the book include recipes?
Yes. The listing says it includes fifty recipes and a variety of menu plans.
Is this a general guide to every PCOS dietary approach?
The listed approach centres on low-carb eating and intermittent fasting. Customer feedback also indicates mixed reactions to the diet advice, so it may not suit readers seeking a broader or diet-neutral discussion.
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