Nutrition and PCOS: Treating Insulin Resistance with Food | Cory Ruth RDN

Dr. Natalie Crawford is joined by registered dietitian and PCOS specialist Cory Ruth, author of “PCOS Is My Power,” to explain how PCOS, blood sugar, and nutrition all fit together. They talk about why PCOS is so misunderstood, what insulin resistance really means, and simple, realistic ways to eat and live that support your hormones, metabolism, and fertility, without cutting out everything you love. Key Topics: 1. Making Sense of PCOS - What PCOS actually is in everyday terms - Why it can look different from person to person - How it can affect periods, skin, hair, weight, and fertility 2. Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Health - What insulin resistance means for your body - How it can drive common PCOS symptoms - Why it matters for long‑term health 3. Everyday Food and Lifestyle Choices - How to think about carbs, sugar, and fiber without fear - A simple way to build a more PCOS‑friendly plate - Practical tips for eating out, snacks, and occasional drinks 4. Mindset, Mental Health, and Long‑Term Management - The emotional weight of a PCOS diagnosis - Why guilt and “all‑or‑nothing” thinking make things harder - How Cory’s book and approach help you feel more in control over time Pre-order Dr. Crawford's debut book, The Fertility Formula, now! ⁠https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book⁠ Order Cory’s Book, PCOS is My Power Follow her on Instagram @thewomensdietitian Checkout her Website https://www.thewomensdietitian.com/ Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content, and freebies If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Natalie’s YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at http://learnatpinnacle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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