Your period making you so fatigued that you see yourself reaching out for that cup o coffee more often? You might want to reconsider that! Drinking caffeine may actually exacerbate uncomfortable symptoms of a woman’s menstrual cycle, which we’ll be discussing below. In general, Women are more sensitive to caffeine because the body’s detoxification…
Most women would rather curl up in a ball with a pint of ice cream than break a sweat when their period arrives. But working out can actually help relieve menstrual cramps! Research suggests exercise is effective at reducing menstrual pain to the extent it may also eliminate or reduce the need for pain-relief medication. So, in…
You know that during days 1-5 is the bleeding phase of your menstrual cycle. But what happens during the other 23 days? Your reproductive system works around the clock, 24/7, to give you some of the desirable (or not so desirable) effects that you may be wondering how it came about! Before we get…
We’ve all been there…you get your period and immediately feel like curling up in a fetal position in bed, writhing from the pains of the dreaded menstrual cramps. The thought of working out makes you feel physically sick and you’re not sure if you’ll be able to squeeze your bloated body into a pair…
With October here, it’s not only the time to start finding your perfect Halloween costume but it’s also the time to show your support for breast cancer awareness. With estimations that there will be as many as 266,120 new cases of invasive breast cancer in 2018, it’s critical to bring as much awareness as possible…
With these little tricks, dealing with your period can be as easy as A B C! A (for Acne) Credits: Giphy.com For most of us, especially those still in the midst of puberty, period week is synonymous with breakout week. However, it doesn’t have to suck that bad! Here are some tips to help curb the…
We’ve talked about the types of food that helps with menstrual cramps, now, let’s dive into the forbidden category of untouchables when you’re on your period! (Psst, read on for a neatly summarised infographic at the end!) #1: Fatty Food Credits: Asiaone.com To be specific, avoid food high in saturated fats. While it’s…
Mittelschermz? Is that the name of some fancy German dish? Close enough. Referred to in the medical community as mittelschermz — German for “middle pain,” (how apt!)— Mittelschermz, also known as Ovulation cramps, are the pain some people feel mid-way through the menstrual cycle, approximately during the time of ovulation. What exactly is Mittelshermz? What…
