Period Guide
Benefits of using a hot water bottle to treat period cramps
Girls experience severe period cramps occur because of an excessive amount of prostaglandins present in the body. Prostaglandins are compounds which are released during the shedding of the uterine lining. Period cramps are usually experienced in the abdomen, thighs and the back. Prostaglandins support the uterus to contract and relax […]
Read MoreFirst period while travelling: What Precautions to Take
When we get our first period, the immediate thought that crosses the mind is how will things be managed? The first period is often associated with cramps in the lower abdomen, breast tenderness, lower backache, dizziness, etc. It takes time for the period to get stabilised — the first one […]
Read MoreWhy Does One Crave Sugar During & Before Periods?
PMSing brings with it mood swings, acne, abdominal bloating and food cravings (especially sweets). Hormonal fluctuations, changes in the blood sugar level and a condition of lack of nutrients can trigger a craving for sweets in the body. The craving for sweets starts with the fluctuation in estrogen and progesterone […]
Read MoreWhy Do Mouth Ulcers Occur Before or During Periods?
We all know a few girls who must be experiencing mouth-ulcers every time before and during menstruation — the reason behind which is fluctuation of hormones. The two main hormones that are known to have affected the oral health of girls and women are — estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. As […]
Read MoreMood Swings: Reasons and Causes
You know that feeling when you just want to hit the person who’s asking you about something relatively innocuous? How those fruits lying in their bowl living their best life are SIMPLY the worst? How you can’t remember whether you turned the oven off even though you’ve NEVER used it? […]
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