PMOS & ENDOMETRIOSIS

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PMOS Nutrition

Nutrition Support for Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome

Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) affects up to one in ten women of reproductive age and is one of the leading causes of infertility. Nutrition is one of the most effective lifestyle tools available to help manage PMOS symptoms.

Together you'll learn how to:

  • Improve insulin sensitivity

  • Balance meals for stable blood sugars

  • Increase protein and fibre intake

  • Reduce inflammation

  • Improve cholesterol levels

  • Support regular menstrual cycles

  • Promote sustainable weight management

  • Improve fertility outcomes

FAQs About PMOS

  • There isn't one "perfect" PMOS diet. Research consistently supports balanced eating patterns rich in vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, whole grains, legumes, and high-fibre foods. The best diet is one you can enjoy long term while supporting blood sugar management and hormone health.

  • Yes. Nutrition can help improve insulin resistance, regulate blood sugars, support ovulation, reduce inflammation, improve cholesterol, and enhance fertility outcomes.

  • Focus on protein, high-fibre carbohydrates and whole grains, fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, healthy fats, Greek yogurt, fish, and olive oil.

  • Rather than eliminating foods, focus on limiting highly processed foods, sugary beverages, and meals low in protein or fibre that can contribute to larger blood sugar fluctuations.

  • A balanced breakfast containing protein, fibre, and healthy fats can help improve satiety and blood sugar control.

  • For individuals living with overweight or obesity, even modest weight loss may improve insulin sensitivity, ovulation, and fertility. However, nutrition support benefits women of all body sizes.

Endometriosis Nutrition

Nutrition Support for Endometriosis & Chronic Pelvic Pain

Living with endometriosis can feel exhausting.

While nutrition cannot cure endometriosis, it may help reduce inflammation, improve gastrointestinal symptoms, support overall health, and complement medical treatment.

Common Questions

  • Nutrition may help reduce inflammation and improve digestive symptoms commonly experienced with endometriosis.

  • An anti-inflammatory eating pattern emphasizes colourful fruits and vegetables, fatty fish, olive oil, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, herbs and spices.

  • Rather than strict elimination, Emilia helps identify foods that worsen your symptoms while maintaining a balanced, enjoyable diet.

  • Current research does not support eliminating gluten for everyone with endometriosis. Gluten should only be avoided when medically indicated, such as in celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

  • Current evidence does not support routinely avoiding dairy. Dairy foods can provide valuable calcium, protein, and other nutrients, especially important for bone health.

  • Yes. Individualized nutrition strategies can help reduce bloating while ensuring nutritional adequacy.