Dietary management of takayus al mebyadh [polycystic ovarian syndrome]

ABSTRACT

In Unani system of medicine the diet therapy [Ilaj bil Ghizd] is an important part for managing many diseases. Diet is one of the most important factors that keeps the Akhlat [humors] in equilibrium and ultimately maintains a balanced mizaj [temperament] on the other hand modern medicine also puts great emphasis on this aspect. PCOS [Polycystic ovarian syndrome]-insulin resistance-obesity are interconnected. The modification[s] in dietary patterns in PCOS patients improves metabolic and reproductive outcomes by reducing insulin resistance. No such article was there which accurately enlist appropriate food items for such patients. PCOS is due to Sue Mizaj-Barid Ratab [Mal temperament due to cold and moist]. Mizaj of Foods with hot and dry are the best, while cold and moist are the worst. On the other hand food with low glycemic index are best while high glycemic index should be avoided with respect to the concept of modern medicine. This review article focuses on the most healthy and unhealthy food for PCOS patients with respect to the concepts of Unani and modern medicine and enlist appropriate food items for such patients with a distinct view?