What is PCOS and how do you overcome it?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which the ovaries produce an abnormal amount of androgens, male sex hormones that are usually present in women in small amounts. One can overcome it by eating right, loosing weight and exercising regularly.

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