Is sev puri good for PCOS?

Limit

Not really. Sev Puri is best kept occasional with PCOS. Fried base plus fried sev plus sweet chutney. Bhel without sev.

Verdict for PCOS

Limit

Not really. Sev Puri is best kept occasional with PCOS. Fried base plus fried sev plus sweet chutney. Bhel without sev.

The numbers

Glycemic index
≈ 72 (High)
Serving
1 plate / 1 piece
Glycemic load
22 (High)

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Sev Puri: glycemic index and serving

Glycemic index, serving and glycemic load for Sev Puri
Glycemic index≈ 72 (High)
Typical serving1 plate / 1 piece
Glycemic load22 per serving (High)

Snack and PCOS

Snacking between meals keeps insulin elevated for longer stretches of the day. In PCOS the timing of a snack often matters as much as what it is.

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Can I eat sev puri every day with PCOS?

Daily is not a good idea. Fried base plus fried sev plus sweet chutney. Keep it occasional — bhel without sev.

What is the glycemic index of sev puri?

Sev Puri has a glycemic index of approximately 72, which puts it in the high range. At a typical serving of 1 plate / 1 piece, the glycemic load works out to about 22 — high. Glycemic load is the more useful number, because it accounts for how much you actually eat.

What should I eat sev puri with if I have PCOS?

Bhel without sev. As a general rule, adding protein — curd, eggs, sprouts, paneer or nuts — to any carbohydrate meaningfully lowers the glucose response of the whole meal.

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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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