India, Dec. 22 -- Seed cycling offers hope for women dealing with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). If you experience irregular periods, acne, mood swings, or weight gain, the idea of using seeds to balance hormones may sound appealing. But is this natural remedy effective, or just a passing trend? See how seed cycling might help support hormonal balance, especially for women with PCOS.

Seed cycling is a method to improve your health by adding specific seeds to the diet at different points in the menstrual cycle. "In the first half of your cycle, called the follicular phase (from the first day of your period until ovulation), eat flaxseeds and pumpkin seeds", Dietician Bharathi Kumar from Fortis Hospital tells Health Shots. In the second...