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…
Apart from the more common essential oils (Lavender, Rose, Ylang-ylang, Primrose, Frankincense, Clove, Ginger oil) that we’ve discussed in a previous article, here are a few more essential oils that you may want to try out to try to soothe your menstrual cramps! What Are Essential Oils (EOs) and What Are They Used…
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…
If you’re the type to be more wary of relying on painkiller medications to cope with the pains or for menstrual cramps relief, then you’re in the right place! While medication can offer immediate relief, they are often short-term, and does not target the root of the problem. On the other hand, herbal remedies…
You might have heard of advices to avoid this food or avoid that food while on your period – but how about food that you should eat MORE of to help with your menstrual cramps? Let’s go through exactly what nutrients you need to help tide you through this period (haha)! #1: Healthy Food…
Ever heard of the phrase: TREAT YOURSELF ? While this phrase often carries the connotation of splurging on expensive food or material goods, it can also simply refer to taking time off for some me-time, or doing things that you enjoy. In order words, ‘TREAT YOURSELF’ is the millennial-ised term for ‘self-care’! Self-care means setting…
Previously, we discussed about the Period-Delaying Pill and the Morning-After Pill. Heard of the Oral Contraceptive Pills but not really sure how it works? Fret not! By the end of this post, you’ll be sure to be well-equipped with the relevant knowledge. Without further ado, let’s dive right into the world of Oral Contraceptive Pills…
Mother Nature loves to come knocking, or rather, banging on our doors at the most unexpected moments. One minute we can be happily sipping on our ice-cold smoothie, and we can be bent over in pain the next, while the familiar monthly sensations pulsate throughout our entire bodies. I know, I know – What a…
