P950 - NUTRITIONAL CARE EXPERIENCES AMONG WOMEN WITH PCOS AND INSULIN RESISTANCE: BARRIERS AND EXPECTATIONS FOR PERSONALIZED DIETARY SUPPORT

P950

NUTRITIONAL CARE EXPERIENCES AMONG WOMEN WITH PCOS AND INSULIN RESISTANCE: BARRIERS AND EXPECTATIONS FOR PERSONALIZED DIETARY SUPPORT

H. Chen^1,*, W. Chen²

¹School of Nursing, Department of Clinical Nutrition,, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, ²Department of Clinical Nutrition, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Bei jing, China

Rationale: Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and insulin resistance (IR) face complex nutritional challenges. While personalized dietary interventions are crucial, limited research has examined patients' experiences with current nutrition care and their expectations for tailored support. This study aims to explore their experiences, perceived barriers, and preferences regarding nutrition telehealth services.

Methods: This qualitative study involved 12 women diagnosed with PCOS and IR, recruited from Peking Union Medical College Hospital’s Department of Clinical Nutrition. Participants, who had received medical nutrition therapy, were interviewed using semi-structured questions to explore their dietary management experiences, challenges, and expectations for personalized nutrition services. Data were transcribed verbatim and analyzed thematically using an inductive approach.

Results: Four key themes were identified:

1. Mismatch with Standard Advice: Participants reported that generic dietary recommendations did not align with their cultural or lifestyle practices.
2. Unmet Metabolic Needs: Many participants expressed frustration over the lack of personalized advice addressing insulin resistance and hormonal imbalances.
3. Emotional and Behavioral Barriers: Issues like emotional eating and stress were common but rarely addressed in consultations.
4. Desire for Comprehensive Support: There was a clear need for integrated, dynamic dietary management that includes lifestyle coaching, psychological support, and continuous biomarker feedback.

Conclusion: PCOS and IR patients require more than standardized dietary recommendations; they need dynamic, personalized nutrition support that considers both physiological and emotional aspects. These findings suggest that patient-centered, multifaceted dietary interventions could improve adherence and long-term outcomes for PCOS patients.

Disclosure of Interest: H. Chen Grant / Research Support from: National High Level Hospital Clinical Research Funding （2025-PUMCH-C-004）, W. Chen Grant / Research Support from: National High Level Hospital Clinical Research Funding （2025-PUMCH-C-004）