Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder found among quite a few women in India. And yet, there’s little knowledge about it.

September is dedicated to increase awareness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) worldwide. It is a metabolic disorder that results in hormonal imbalance, affecting 1 in 10 women in India. It often impairs fertility, alters the period cycle, causes weight gain, even diabetes, acne and excessive body hair.

From the foods to eat and avoid, to the bodily changes they might witness because of it. Take the Fit Quiz to test your knowledge about PCOS?

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