Tag: Menstruation

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects women between the ages of 15 and 44. Women between this age group have between 2.2% to 26.7% chances of...

Your period might be the reason for the existence of the human race and everything, but it’s a pain to have to go through...

Sudden increase in breast size can be alarming. However, hormonal changes associated with puberty, pregnancy and periods can all cause the breasts to change size over time. These changes are temporary. Weight gain can also cause an increase. Breast cancer, also characterized by enlarged breasts, can be detected early on using a breast self-examination. Evaluate all possible causes to determine the root of the problem.

If you’ve lost too much weight, negative health effects are sure to come. You’ll constantly feel tired and irritated, since the body and brain won’t have enough fuel. Hormones will get thrown for a loop and cause abnormal or missed periods. Hair and skin will become weak and brittle, and your metabolism might slow down to the point where you’re always chilly. Also, without enough nutrients, your immune system can’t protect you from germs.

Miscarriages occur quite commonly and are generally not a major cause for concern. But a woman’s body undergoes many changes after a miscarriage. For instance, a woman’s periods may become irregular, or the flow may be very heavy, or the periods may be absent for over a month. All women must become aware of the changes in their menstrual periods after they experience a miscarriage.

Ditching certain habits will reduce your risk for yeast infections. Don’t wear tight jeans or underwear, especially on hot days. Wear loose-fitting clothing, cotton underwear, and moisture-absorbing fabric during exercise, and avoid lingering in wet swimsuits. To protect the vagina’s yeast-controlling bacteria, never douche or wear a tampon for more than 4 hours. Keep your immune system strong with exercise, stress relief, and sleep. Refrain from eating lots of sugar, because it’ll just help yeast thrive.

Some people experience a foul-smelling belly button accompanied by a discharge. A foul odor that emanates from the navel along with a yellowish, whitish, or a greenish discharge may often indicate an infection of the belly button, which may be caused due to many reasons. Preventing moisture accumulation and taking precautionary measures can help avoid this smelly condition. Consulting a dermatologist can prevent aggravating the condition.

Many women go through painful periods. Some are due to an underlying condition known as dysmenorrhea. While the most common treatment for this is to pop a painkiller, this might cause side effects in the long run. There are other alternatives, such as Traditional Chinese Medicinal practices, that help alleviate this pain. Herbal tea, acupuncture and diet modifications can set you up for a smoother period.

Amenorrhea is the absence of normal menstrual periods. It implies either not getting your first menstrual period by the age of 16 or not having menstrual periods for 3 or more months if your periods are usually regular. Depending on the cause, amenorrhea may be associated with a low body mass index, weight gain, milky discharge from your breasts, headaches, vision changes, facial hair, male pattern baldness, or acne.

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To naturally treat pain, make tea with pain-relieving ingredients. You’ll need hot water plus fresh ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon. All three ingredients have amazing anti-inflammatory properties. This tea provides relief from arthritis, headaches, stomach aches, sore muscles, and menstrual cramps. In many cases, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon are as effective as OTC pain relievers. The major benefit if the tea is that it has a lower risk of harmful side effects.

By the time your due date arrives you would be well aware how the series of events are going to unfold on that day....

Menstrual cramps can be difficult to deal with, but the right diet can help alleviate the pain. Include lots of green vegetables like kale, spinach and broccoli in your diet, along with protein-rich foods like chickpeas. Fish-oil is also known to reduce period cramps. You can also opt for sweet potato and avocados as they are rich in vitamin E. However, avoid consuming coffee, packaged foods and drinks, and meat. Along with the right diet, ensure that you also get ample exercise.

To promote muscle strength, take longer rest intervals in between exercises. Short on time? Try supersetting, or the grouping of two or more exercises without rest. Focus on the same muscle group to increase the workload. Blood flow restriction training also increases muscle strength by forcing blood to pool in muscles. Do it with low-intensity weights, about 50 percent less than usual. For even greater muscle strength, try powerlifting. Most importantly, stay hydrated to prevent perceived exertion and muscle injury.

Although regular, moderate exercise offers significant health benefits from robust mental health to weight loss. However, this can become tiring for many people. As your workouts get advanced, the vicious circle of continuously pushing yourself gets risky. If you feel extremely sore even two days after a workout, the intensity needs to be cut short or the duration of your workouts. Change up your workout instead of doing the same thing over and over again to reduce injury in the long run.