Julia Young Nutrition

Julia Young Nutrition Registered Nutritional Therapist, specialising in fertility

07/08/2026

Here’s why everything you’ve tried for your PCOS hasn’t worked long-term…

You’ve cut out foods.
You’ve tried different diets.
You’ve exercised more.
You’ve tried to be “more disciplined”.

And maybe it worked for a while… but your symptoms came back, your cycles stayed irregular, or you’re still struggling to conceive.

The problem isn’t that you haven’t tried hard enough.

PCOS isn’t a willpower problem. It’s a complex hormonal and metabolic condition, and the right approach needs to look at why your PCOS is showing up the way it is.

Things like insulin resistance, blood sugar regulation, inflammation, nutrition, stress, sleep and your individual hormonal picture can all play a role.

When you only focus on eating less or cutting out more foods, you can end up addressing the symptoms without addressing the bigger picture.

So if you’re feeling frustrated because you’ve tried everything and still aren’t getting the results you want, know that you’re not failing.

You may simply have been missing some of the key pieces of the puzzle.

I’ve put together a free PCOS fertility guide to help you understand some of the common mistakes that could be holding you back.

👇 Download your free guide via the link in my bio.

Eating well. Taking the supplements. Trying to reduce stress.Yet your cycles are still irregular, ovulation feels unpred...
31/07/2026

Eating well. Taking the supplements. Trying to reduce stress.

Yet your cycles are still irregular, ovulation feels unpredictable, or you’re still not pregnant.

The truth is, PCOS is complex. And most advice only focuses on managing symptoms, not addressing the underlying factors that could be affecting your hormones and fertility.

That’s why so many women end up feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and wondering what they’re missing.

The good news? There is a different approach.

When you understand what’s driving your PCOS, you can stop relying on guesswork and start making changes that are actually targeted to your body.

✨ If you’re ready to learn the three biggest mistakes that could be holding your fertility back, download my FREE PCOS Fertility Guide using the link in my bio.

It could completely change the way you think about your PCOS.

Hidden signs of insulin resistance that many women with PCOS miss 👇Insulin resistance is one of the most common drivers ...
24/07/2026

Hidden signs of insulin resistance that many women with PCOS miss 👇

Insulin resistance is one of the most common drivers of PCOS, yet many women have no idea they have it because they assume it only affects people with diabetes or those who are overweight.

In reality, you can have insulin resistance even if you’re a healthy weight and your blood sugar appears “normal”.

Some subtle clues include:
• Craving carbohydrates or something sweet soon after eating
• Feeling sleepy or sluggish after meals
• Skin tags or darker patches of skin (acanthosis nigricans)

These symptoms aren’t random. They’re signs that your body may be producing more insulin than it should to keep your blood sugar under control.

Why does this matter?

Chronically high insulin doesn’t just affect blood sugar. It also stimulates the ovaries to produce more testosterone, making it harder to ovulate regularly and contributing to many of the symptoms associated with PCOS.

The encouraging news is that insulin resistance is often highly responsive to nutrition and lifestyle changes. You don’t need extreme diets or to eliminate all carbohydrates. Instead, the goal is to improve your body’s sensitivity to insulin through consistent, sustainable habits that support your metabolism and your hormones.

If you’re trying to conceive with PCOS, understanding whether insulin resistance is driving your symptoms is one of the most important places to start.

Download my free PCOS Fertility Guide via the link in my bio.

22/07/2026

Your thyroid does far more than regulate your metabolism.

It also plays an important role in ovulation, hormone balance, egg quality and supporting a healthy pregnancy.

The problem? A single thyroid test doesn’t always tell the whole story.

Many women are only offered a TSH test, but depending on your symptoms and history, that may not provide the full picture. Looking at a more comprehensive thyroid panel can help identify issues that could otherwise be overlooked.

That’s why I assess thyroid health in detail with my fertility clients, considering both blood test results and the wider clinical picture, so we can identify anything that may be affecting fertility and provide the right support.

If you have PCOS and you’re trying to conceive, it’s worth making sure your thyroid has been properly assessed.

Book a Fertility Review via the link in my bio.

18/07/2026

Here’s something many women with PCOS don’t realise…

Eating too little can actually make it harder to conceive.

For years, women with PCOS have been told to eat less, cut carbs or simply lose weight. But for many, that approach can work against them.

When your body isn’t getting enough energy, it can perceive this as a stressor. This may increase cortisol, which can contribute to higher blood sugar and insulin levels—both of which can interfere with ovulation and worsen PCOS symptoms.

✨ Instead of focusing on restriction, focus on nourishment.

Building balanced meals with adequate protein, fibre, healthy fats and enough overall energy helps support stable blood sugar, healthier hormone signalling and regular ovulation.

If you’ve been doing everything right but still aren’t seeing the progress you hoped for, it may not be about eating less, it may be about eating enough of the right foods.

📖 Download my free PCOS Fertility Guide via the link in my bio for practical, evidence-based nutrition strategies to support ovulation and optimise your fertility.

11/07/2026

Here are three of the most common fertility myths I hear (and what’s actually true):

Myth 1: “You just need to relax.”
Stress can impact fertility, yes - but it’s rarely the only cause. Suggesting that relaxing is the cure dismisses the biological, hormonal and nutritional pieces that matter too.

Myth 2: “You have to wait a year before getting help.”
You don’t need to wait. If something feels off, or you’re over 35, or you simply want clarity - you can start investigating now.

Myth 3: “It’s all about age.”
Age is a factor - but not the only one. Egg and s***m quality, hormone balance, inflammation, and nutrient status all influence your chances, and many of these are modifiable.

✨ If you’re feeling overwhelmed, confused, or like your body is letting you down, I want you to know: it’s not your fault. But there is more you can do.

For more info download my free PCOS fertility guide (link in bio).

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