PCOS or polycystic Ovarian Syndrome affects 1 out of 10 women and 1 out of 20 women of childbearing age. Some of it`s symptoms are irregular menstruation, absence of ovulation, excessive weight gain, excess body hair growth, thinning hair, infertility. PCOS is not known to have any cure, but it`s symptoms can be managed effectively with the right medication, diet and lifestyle. A PCOS diet is a must, when planning on controlling your condition. It does not only help to reduce the effects of the symptoms, it also reduces the risk of developing other health complications that can be caused by the disease.