Keywords
hyperinsulinemia; diabetes mellitus; dietary intervention; lifestyle; diet; obesity
Abstract
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex reproductive and metabolic disorder that affects up to 15% of women, contributing to insulin resistance, hyperinsulinemia, risk for developing type 2 diabetes. The interconnected hormonal and metabolic disruptions in PCOS create a feedback loop that exacerbates symptoms, making dietary and exercise interventions critical in its management. This literature review evaluates the efficacy of various dietary interventions including the ketogenic diet, high-protein diet, low-carbohydrate diet, and high-fiber diet, as well as exercise interventions such as high-intensity interval training (HIIT), resistance training, and moderate-intensity aerobic exercise. Results found that modifying carbohydrate intake, and increasing fiber and protein could have an overarching impact that could improve the metabolic health in women with PCOS. Exercise is also a critical component of PCOS management, with HIIT and moderate-intensity aerobic exercises being effective in enhancing insulin receptor sensitivity. These findings emphasize the need for individualized, sustainable dietary and exercise strategies to manage insulin resistance, regulate hormonal imbalances, and reduce chronic disease risk in women with PCOS. Further research is needed in the dietary recommendations of PCOS clients in improving their metabolic health.
Thesis Completion Year
2025
Thesis Completion Semester
Summer
Thesis Chair
Moser, Isaiah
College
College of Nursing
Department
Nursing
Thesis Discipline
Nursing
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Length of Campus Access
None
Campus Location
UCF Cocoa
Subjects
Polycystic ovary syndrome; Insulin resistance--Diet therapy; Diet therapy--Research; Type 2 diabetes--Exercise therapy; Low-carbohydrate diet--Physiological effect
STARS Citation
Morman, Erica C., "Examining The Best Dietary And Lifestyle Interventions To Prevent Hyperinsulinemia And Insulin Resistance In Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome" (2025). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 316.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hut2024/316
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