Effect of Mediterranean Diet on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients in Sana’a, Yemen, 2025.

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the effect of the Mediterranean diet on polycystic ovary syndrome patients in Sana’a, Yemen, 2025. A cross-sectional descriptive study with a dietary intervention component was conducted among 100 women diagnosed with PCOS in Sana’a, Yemen, during September 2025. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering sociodemographic characteristics, medical and menstrual history, dietary intake, eating patterns, and perceived barriers. Anthropometric measurements, including weight, height, and body mass index (BMI), were assessed before and after the dietary intervention. Data were analyzed using SPSS, and descriptive statistics were applied.