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Polycystic ovarian syndrome, more commonly known as PCOS/PCOD , is the most common cause of infertility among women in the world. But beyond posing problems to those hoping to get pregnant, PCOS also comes along with a number of unpleasant symptoms like acne or extra hair. Here’s what you need to know about PCOS, what symptoms to look for and what you can do if you think you might be affected. What is PCOS? While PCOS is extremely common, the cause of the syndrome remains unknown. It’s likely that a host of factors are collaborating to upend the normal balance of hormones in a woman’s body, which leads to changes in her period and unpleasant symptoms related to hormonal imbalance. PCOS is a syndrome or list of symptoms that often come together, rather than a single disease. In fact, many doctors think that the symptoms of PCOS are actually caused by several diseases that happen to occur together. For example, diabetes and obesity appear to contribute to the symptoms of PCOS

We all need a nice way to start a day.  Taking a step towards a healthy living, the most basic and easy step is to cultivate a habit of drinking lemon water and honey. The citrus lemon paired with honey does wonders to oneself after consuming it. It is energizing and awakening, one of the reasons why it’s suggested to drink in the morning. Benefits:-   It helps activate your digestive system Clears chest congestion Boosts immune system Cleanses intestine Detoxifies body Heals oral ulcers and helps with nausea Rejuvenates skin Regulates sugar absorption capacity in diabetic patients. Clears UTI. Balances the Ph level. Kills bacteria that causes bad breath. Helps in regulating blood pressure. Helps liver with purification. Keeps skin glowy and prevents acne. Boosts energy levels, keeps one hydrated and energized. The direct source of vitamin C. Helps in weight management. Honey Lemon Water: Helps in weight loss?? According to me, it is a myth that drinki

Going to a restaurant shouldn't be your excuse to eat unhealthy foods. Follow these tips and not only you will enjoy your meal more, but you'll also feel satisfied and happy when you're done. Check the menu before you leave home: Most of the restaurants post their menus on their websites. You can decide before ordering the food and if you don’t see anything that’s healthy, pick another restaurant. Order a salad before ordering anything else on the menu: Eat raw salads and avoid the cheesy, oily dressings. Beware of the low-carb options:   These days many restaurants have jumped on the low-carbohydrate foods, offering numerous low-carb options on their menu. But low-carb doesn’t mean low-calories. Skip the carbonated drinks: They include sugary additions that only add calories. So say bye-bye to cola or other exotic mixed drinks. Skip the dessert:   You can always have a small piece of chocolate at home. That is much better health-wise than the Triple Chocolate Meltdo