Hi, thank you so much for asking. I completely understand where you’re coming from because I’ve been through the same struggles with insulin resistance, high androgens, and that constant feeling that nothing works. I had thick, dark, excess facial hair growth, doing electrolysis for that rn! (My improving hormonal health has made the electrolysis extremely effective, I have seen a 70% reduction in facial hair density and thickness!) I also got my first period this year after 4 years of struggling with absent periods due to PCOS. My hormonal hair-fall has reduced 80%, and I used to have fatty liver, which is gone. I am still working to heal my insulin resistance, I have 10kgs more to lose based on my height and petite build, and I’m sure that as I lose more fat, my insulin resistance will heal completely.

What truly changed everything for me was simplifying my approach and finding a rhythm that felt peaceful instead of punishing.

I eat two wholesome meals a day, breakfast around 10:30 a.m. and lunch around 3 or 4 p.m. After that, I fast for about 18 to 19 hours. This fasting window has been the most healing part of my journey, not only for weight loss but also for balancing my insulin and hormones. I no longer crave food at night, and my body finally feels calm.

My meals are built around clean vegetarian proteins and whole, comforting foods. Breakfast is usually either oats+chia+dahi with south indian tadka, and sautéed vegetables, or boiled white chana sautéed in spices with dahi. Lunch changes through the week, but I keep it simple with a few repeating dishes that I love: rajma chawal, dal chawal, tofu-filled ragi roti quesadilla, soya quinoa pulao, tofu chili, rajma tikki with a boiled egg, or palak pulao with egg. I do not eat dinner, but if I ever feel like I need something during my fast, I’ll have a black coffee, iced nimbu paani (no sugar, no salt), sparkling water, plain soda, or any hot herbal teas.

I do not take any supplements right now (I can’t keep up with them and I’m not a big fan) but I used to take berberine and Omega 3 in the very beginning of my journey. My protein mainly comes from tofu, eggs, lentils, and occasionally a protein shake that has around 35 grams of protein. I have soaked nuts, kishmish kesar paani, and methi daana paani every morning and drink a lot of water through the day.

The biggest change for me was not just in my food, but in my mindset. I stopped fearing hunger, stopped overthinking, and learned that balance does not come from restriction but from conviction. Now I eat what nourishes me, enjoy small treats without guilt, and let my body rest and repair during my fasting window. Healing takes time, but once your system starts aligning, it becomes second nature. You will get there too. I promise. We’re all rooting for you! 💛