Answer: The issue with many baked goods is that they are low in fiber, are highly processed and high in added sugar and therefore carbohydrates – these means it is best to limit these sorts of products if you have PCOS. If you want a sweet treat that may have less of an effect on your blood sugar, look for sweet treats that are lower in added sugar and higher in fiber.

• Make a yogurt parfait using plain Greek yogurt and top it with a tablespoon of granola, chopped nuts and some fresh fruit.

• Have a slice of whole wheat bread with some natural peanut or almond butter and a small amount of jam or honey.

• Make air popped popcorn and toss with a small amount of melted butter with some cinnamon and a small amount of brown sugar.

• Make up small individual servings of trail mix with a cereal that is low in added sugar, nuts, and raisins and mini chocolate chips.

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• Make your own mini muffins and freeze them individually.

• If you really want to a baked dessert, it might be best to buy just one serving of something if this is something that you feel as though you couldn’t limit eating.

Leah McGrath, RDN, LDN

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