Periods

Nutritional Strategies to Combat PMS: What to Eat and Avoid

Nutritional Strategies to Combat PMS: What to Eat and Avoid

Are you tired of battling the PMS? While it's a common experience for many women, the good news is that your diet can significantly manage these symptoms and offer some PMS symptom relief.  How Nutrition Can Impact Symptoms and Offer PMS Symptom Relief The intricate...

Menstrual Cups Vs. Tampons: Which is Better for You and Why?

Menstrual Cups Vs. Tampons: Which is Better for You and Why?

Two contenders stand out among feminine hygiene products: menstrual cups and tampons. But which one is better for you?  Menstrual Cups Vs. Tampons: The Breakdown Let's dive into the debate and explore the pros and cons of each option, empowering you to make an...

Headaches During Menstruation

The hormones estrogen and progesterone play key roles in regulating the menstrual cycle. However, these hormones can also affect headache-related chemicals in the brain. The dip in estrogen before your period may cause a headache during menstruation, and estrogen...

Toxic Shock Syndrome: Facts, Causes, and Symptoms You Need to Know

What is Toxic Shock Syndrome? A 16-year-old teenager died on a school field trip from toxic shock syndrome (TSS) in March 2017. The death appears to be linked to the teen’s tampon use. But what is toxic shock syndrome? And why is it linked to tampons? The young...

What does your period blood consistency mean for your health?

  Your period can provide key insights into your health. In fact, in late 2015, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommended that a period be added as a vital sign for health, similar to blood pressure, temperature, and pulse. Yet even if...

Women’s Secret Health Concerns

"Do other women feel pain during sex?" "Should I be worried that I am bleeding so heavily?" "Is this normal?" "Am I normal?" Although these are common questions, many women are unwilling to discuss them with their doctors. Health concerns can range from quirks—is it...

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