Getting a period on time is a blessing, for every woman. A delayed period may not only cause physical distress, but often ...

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Is sex during periods safe? Experts explain the medical facts, potential benefits like pain relief and mood boost, possible risks, and essential precautions to follow.

In addition to cramping and back pain, your period ushers in a hormone shift. According to a 2023 comprehensive review in the National Library of Medicine, the relationship between your menstrual ...

A biologist has ignited an online debate after encouraging women to swap traditional painkillers for dark chocolate to manage menstrual cramps. Catherine Edwards, 56, recently posted a video on ...

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