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Veganism Reversing PCOS - My Journey towards Holistic Health

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  We as "Women/Girls" are shunned or silenced over anything that's mildly related to something which makes us what we are. "PERIODS" . It's still a taboo to talk about let alone say it out loud in front of the audience. So I'm here to share my journey and hope to reach out to all these beautiful women who are suffering the same. Statistics: 1 out of 5 girls/women in India are suffering from this condition called "PCOS" (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).  Meaning:  Polycystic ovarian syndrome , or PCOS, is a condition in which a woman's levels of the sex hormones estrogen and progesterone are out of balance. This leads to the growth of ovarian cysts (benign masses on the ovaries).   Symptoms-  Menstrual:  absence of menstruation, heavy menstruation, infrequent menstruation, irregular menstruation, short and light menstruation, or spotting Skin:  acne, oily skin, or skin tag Weight:  obesity, overweight, or weight gain...

Vegan Fashion in 4 simple steps!

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First and foremost question that everyone asks a vegan or a vegan fashion enthusiast is what exactly is “Vegan Fashion” ? Well, let me put it this way; Vegan Fashion, also known as ethical fashion which does not involve any kind of products which are derived from animals. So when we say we follow an ethical/vegan lifestyle, we abstain ourselves from using real leather, real pearls, real fur, real wool, cashmere/pashmina (derived from goat’s wool) and raw silk. Vegan Apparels:  So what are the vegan apparels/fabrics that we can use? This question always pops up when someone is trying to go vegan. Worry no more. I’ve got a long list down here that breaks down with between non vegan and vegan fabrics. Vegan Fabrics & Materials used for Jewels - Cotton, Polyester, Chiffon, Crepe, Georgette, Velvet and Satin. Faux Leather made from synthetic, polyester. Jute, Canvas, Hemp, Linen, Viscose. Crystal Metal, Copper, Gold, Silver, Diamonds, Stones. Non Vegan Fabrics -...