PCOS Nutritionist in Portsmouth & Hampshire: How Personalised Nutrition Can Help You Feel in Control Again
- Claire Mace Nutrition

- Nov 3
- 4 min read
🌿 What Does a PCOS Nutritionist Do?
A PCOS nutritionist helps women understand how food, lifestyle, and hormones interact — and how small, consistent changes can ease symptoms like fatigue, irregular cycles, and cravings.
In my clinic in Portsmouth, Hampshire, I work with women who’ve been told to “just lose weight” or “cut carbs” — advice that often leaves them confused and stuck.Instead, I take a compassionate, evidence-based approach that helps you rebuild trust with your body, stabilise energy, and improve hormone health without restriction or guilt.
🩺 How Nutrition Can Support PCOS
Nutrition can influence three key areas that drive PCOS symptoms:
Insulin regulation — balancing blood sugar can reduce cravings, fatigue, and irregular cycles.
Symptom support — nutrition can help ease common PCOS symptoms such as skin breakouts, bloating, joint discomfort, and premenstrual-type symptoms like cramps or low mood.
Hormone regulation — eating regularly and nourishing your body helps restore ovulation and balance mood.
You don’t need a perfect diet — you need balance and consistency, built around your life.
🍽️ What Does Working with a PCOS Nutritionist in Hampshire Involve?
Working with a PCOS nutritionist is about more than food plans. It’s about understanding you.
When I support women across Portsmouth, Southsea, and Hampshire, we often work through:
How to build balanced meals that stabilise blood sugar and support hormones
Managing cravings without cutting out the foods you love
Understanding emotional or stress-related eating
Simple strategies for improving gut health, mood, and energy
How to make long-term changes that feel easy and sustainable
It’s not a one-size-fits-all approach — it’s a partnership built around education, compassion, and small, realistic steps.
💬 Why Local Support Matters
Having local support means working with someone who understands the realities of daily life — busy routines, eating on the go, family life, or limited time to cook.
Whether you meet me in person in Portsmouth or online from anywhere in Hampshire, sessions are designed to help you:
Make confident food choices in real-life situations
Learn practical ways to manage symptoms
Feel supported between appointments through accountability and reflection
Nutrition isn’t about perfection — it’s about finding what works for you.
🧠 How I Help Women Build Confidence Around Food
Many women come to me feeling anxious about what they “should” or “shouldn’t” eat. My role is to help you step away from diet rules and into a space of understanding, self-compassion, and progress.
We focus on:
Adding in nutrient-dense foods that make you feel good
Finding satisfaction in meals so restriction doesn’t lead to guilt
Supporting emotional wellbeing alongside physical health
When you feel calmer around food, everything else — energy, cycles, mood, and sleep — begins to improve.
💊 What About Supplements for PCOS?
Supplements can help, but they’re not a quick fix. Depending on your symptoms, I may recommend:
Inositol to support insulin sensitivity and ovulation
Vitamin D (especially during winter in the UK)
Omega-3 for hormone health and energy balance
Magnesium for stress and sleep regulation
We’ll always start with food first, then layer in supplements if needed.
❤️ Why Work with a PCOS Nutritionist in Portsmouth or Hampshire?
Choosing a local PCOS nutritionist means getting tailored, evidence-based support from someone who understands women’s health — and the emotional toll PCOS can take.
By working together, you can:
Reduce overwhelm and feel in control of your symptoms
Improve mood, focus, and energy levels
Rebuild trust with your body and food
Learn how to eat well without guilt or restriction
I offer both in-person sessions in Portsmouth and virtual consultations across Hampshire, so you can access support wherever you are.
🤔 FAQs
Q: Do I need a referral to see a PCOS nutritionist?
A: No referral is needed — you can book directly for 1:1 support.
Q: Is this suitable if I don’t live in Portsmouth?
A: Absolutely. Many of my clients are based across Hampshire and work with me online.
Q: What if I’ve already tried dieting for PCOS and nothing worked?
A: That’s very common. My approach focuses on gentle nutrition and long-term change, not quick fixes or restriction.
📍 Areas I Work In
I work with clients in and around:
Portsmouth • Southsea • Fareham • Havant • Petersfield • Waterlooville • Chichester • Winchester • Southampton • Hampshire (online and in-person)
📚 References
British Dietetic Association – PCOS and Nutrition
PubMed (2022): Mediterranean diet improves insulin sensitivity in PCOS women
💡 Key Takeaway
If you’re living with PCOS in Portsmouth or Hampshire, you don’t need to face it alone — and you don’t need another restrictive diet. Personalised, compassionate nutrition support can help you understand your body, reduce symptoms, and feel more confident day-to-day.
Small, consistent changes — grounded in science and kindness — can make a huge difference.
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