Calculating calories for PCOS can be a bit tricky because insulin resistance often means our metabolism doesn’t follow the standard "calories in vs calories out" math perfectly. For most women, a range between 1,500 and 1,800 calories is a solid starting point for weight management without feeling like you’re starving. If you go too low, say under 1,200, your body might actually go into "stress mode" and hold onto fat even tighter. Instead of obsessing over the exact number, focus on the density of those calories. A 500 calorie meal made of salmon and veggies will treat your hormones much better than a 500 calorie sugary snack. Listen to your hunger; if you're exhausted, you might need a bit more fuel.
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