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Bloating, Buffets & Baraats: The Real PCOS/PCOD Wedding Survival Guide

  • Writer: Pintu Rai
    Pintu Rai
  • Nov 17
  • 3 min read

Ah, the shaadi season, that glorious time of the year when your calendar looks like a Netflix release schedule, your cousins are planning matching outfits, and your WhatsApp is flooded with mehendi outfit inspo. But if you’re someone dealing with PCOS, the wedding season in India, with its endless oily food, sugary treats, and late-night sangeet dancing, can feel less like a celebration and more like a test of willpower.

So here’s your real girl’s guide to surviving Indian weddings while keeping your hormones (and sanity) in check, especially if you’re from Noida or Greater Noida, where weddings come with at least five functions and unlimited butter naan refills.

Shaadi season survival guide in PCOS

1. Don’t skip breakfast (No, really)

It’s tempting to “save space” for the wedding food, but that’s a big no-no. Start your day with a protein-rich breakfast, think boiled eggs, a fruit platter, poha/upma, just go all out on the breakfast buffet because that usually has healthier options. This helps balance your blood sugar and keeps your cortisol (the stress hormone) from spiking, because stress is one wedding guest you don’t want to invite. 2. Hydrate like your skin depends on it (because it does)

Between the copious amount of alcohol, dancing, selfies, and aunties asking when it’s your turn, don’t forget to drink water. Carry a small bottle with you, or better yet, grab a coconut water or infused water to keep electrolytes in check. PCOS often causes bloating, hydration helps flush that out and keeps your glow game strong for all those flash photos.

3. Outsmart the buffet

You can’t control the shaadi menu, but you can control your plate. Skip the deep-fried starters (we see you, paneer tikka!) and go for grilled, roasted, or sautéed options. Pile on fresh salads and fruits before the main course. If you must indulge, take small portions; your taste buds will be happy, and your hormones won’t revolt.

cravings and hunger in PCOS

4. Sip smart

If you’re going to drink, choose wisely. Ditch the sugary cocktails and stick to lighter options: tequila, soda with a splash of gin, or sparkling water with lemon. Alcohol messes with insulin sensitivity, so moderation is key. Think “cheers,” not “chug chug chug.”

Drink wisely in PCOS

5. Snack like a pro

Always carry a protein bar or roasted makhana in your clutch. It’s your secret weapon when the baraat is late (because it always is). These quick bites keep your energy levels steady and prevent hormonal crashes before the dance floor opens.

6. De-stress, don’t distress

Weddings can be chaotic, but stress (read: high cortisol) worsens PCOS symptoms. If you feel overwhelmed, step aside for five minutes, take deep breaths, and reset. Remember: calm is chic.


A little help from FarmLokal

Platforms like ours make eating clean easier, from fresh fruits, organic snacks, cold-pressed oils to healthy spreads, all delivered across Noida and Greater Noida. So before wedding season hits, stock your pantry smartly, and your body will thank you when you’re on your fourth sangeet night.

Because at the end of the day, being the PCOS/PCOD girl at an Indian wedding isn’t about missing out, it’s about showing up, glowing up, and maybe stealing an extra laddoo without guilt.




 
 
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