Wriiten by Simrat Kathuria

Aarohi (name changed), a 28-year-old professional from Delhi , consulted me after putting on 14 kilos in two years, despite what she described as “constantly trying to diet.” She experienced menstrual irregularities, acne outbreaks, hard-to-get-rid-of belly fat, hair loss, persistent bloating, and afternoon tiredness which she found led her to sweets and chai. The biomarkers indicated her as having high fasting insulin levels, slightly increased testosterone levels, low Vitamin D, and a minor hypothyroid condition — all of which are symptoms of PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), a common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age, characterized by an excess of male hormones (androgens).

However, the most important point was that her weight issue wasn’t a

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