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my low spoon PCOS supplement & snack stack
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Meera R.
When I don’t have the energy to do everything for my PCOS, this is the low-effort stack I fall back on that still makes a difference for me. Not medical advice. Please discuss with your primary care provider.
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Inositol
 
Spearmint Tea
 
Magnesium Glycinate
 
Protein Snacks

Inositol

I always take the 40:1 myo + d-chiro inositol since that is the form most commonly recommended for PCOS.
 
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My current inositol supplement, and so so helpful for my cycles!
Theralogix, Ovasitol®, Inositol Powder Supplement , 14.12 oz (400 g)
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Same brand as above, perfectly portioned sachets for travelling/low spoon days!
Theralogix, Ovasitol, 180 Packets, 2.22 g Each
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This one comes with folate, Coq10, and polyphenols included and is one of my favourites whenever I can find it.
Codeage Liposomal Ovarian Inositol+ Capsules, 120 CT
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Spearmint Tea

What I’m using for my high androgen levels / low SHBG
 
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One of my usual spearmint favourites. No bag/paper aftertaste 💕
Traditional Medicinals, Organic Spearmint, Caffeine Free, 16 Wrapped Tea Bags, 0.85 oz (24 g)
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Super budget-friendly version, especially for students!
VAHDAM India, Infusions, Herbal Tea, Sprightly Spearmint, Caffeine Free, 100 Infusion Bags, 4.23 oz (120 g)
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For the days I feel tired but want to feel bougie 🥰
Frontier Co-op, Organic Cut & Sifted Spearmint Leaf, 16 oz (453 g)
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Magnesium Glycinate

This is what I’m using to aid my 3 years of burnout and sleep debt
 
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This one’s easy to add to my smoothies 🧋
Codeage, Liposomal Magnesium Glycinate Powder, Unflavored, 3 oz (85.2 g)
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Capsule version’s more portable for travelling and going out
Codeage, Liposomal Magnesium Glycinate, 240 Vegetable Capsules
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Chewy gummies feel much nicer to have on the really bad days tbh
Goli Nutrition, Magnesium Glycinate Gummies, 60 Gummies
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Protein Snacks

When I don’t have the energy to cook, protein stops me from skipping meals or going straight for sugar crashes.
 
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Super portable, and satisfies that gremlin brain desire for CRONCH
California Gold Nutrition, Foods, Variety Pack Snack Bars, 12 Bars, 1.4 oz (40 g) Each
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It’s like a PCOS-friendly candy bar but make it PROTEIN
Think !, Delight Protein Bar, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie , 10 Bars, 1.41 oz (40 g) Each
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Super fun sensory snack and very portable when I’m on the go!
Twin Peaks Ingredients, Protein Puffs, Jalapeno Cheddar, 10.6 oz (300 g)
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I usually use these chips with a sprinkle of cheese/nooch to make easy microwave nachos
Quest Nutrition, Original Style Protein Chips, Sour Cream & Onion, 8 Bags, 1.1 oz (32 g) Each
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I’d go nuts (🥁) for these anyday tbh, especially during exam season
Simply Protein, Crispy Snack Bars, Dark Chocolate Almond, 8 Bars, 1.41 oz (40 g) Each
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It’s easier for me to pay the ADHD tax and sprinkle these over my oats or chia pudding 🍮
Power Up, Protein Packed Premium Trail Mix, 14 oz (397 g)
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