Verdict for PCOS
LimitNot really. Butter Chicken is best kept occasional with PCOS. Cream, butter and often sugar in the gravy. Chicken tikka masala made at home, or tandoori chicken.
Is butter chicken good for PCOS?
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Not really. Butter Chicken is best kept occasional with PCOS. Cream, butter and often sugar in the gravy. Chicken tikka masala made at home, or tandoori chicken.
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Butter Chicken: glycemic index and serving
| Glycemic index | Not applicable — little or no available carbohydrate |
|---|---|
| Typical serving | 1 serving (100 g) |
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Can I eat butter chicken every day with PCOS?
Daily is not a good idea. Cream, butter and often sugar in the gravy. Keep it occasional — chicken tikka masala made at home, or tandoori chicken.
Does butter chicken raise blood sugar?
Butter Chicken contains little or no available carbohydrate, so glycemic index does not really apply to it and it has minimal direct effect on blood glucose. What matters here is the rest of the meal it is part of.
What should I eat butter chicken with if I have PCOS?
Chicken tikka masala made at home, or tandoori chicken. Butter Chicken is already a protein source, so the thing to watch is what it is served with — the rice, roti or bread beside it is usually where the glucose load comes from.
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Medical disclaimer
This is general dietary information, not medical advice. PCOS presents differently in different women, and if you are on metformin, inositol, hormonal contraceptives or fertility treatment, discuss dietary changes with your doctor or dietitian. If you are pregnant or trying to conceive, some foods discussed on this site — therapeutic doses of fenugreek and bitter gourd, and raw sprouts — carry specific cautions in pregnancy; check with your doctor before adding them.
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