cramps

Looking to balance hormones and ease PMS cramps? An ancient herb called dong quai could be the key. Learn more about dong quai benefits and why it’s sure to become a staple in your routine. Dong quai is an herb that’s root has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over one thousand years. It […]

What causes period pain? Learn more about period pain symptoms and how to alleviate them. For some, period pain is a mild experience every month. But for others, its intensity can mount to unpleasant extremes. Let’s explore common menstrual symptoms—followed by what helps period pain— so you can gain better control over your body and […]

If you’ve ever Googled “why do I poop so much on my period” or “are period poops a thing,” you’re in the right place to find answers. Spoiler alert: You’re not alone. I’ll never forget the time a friend voiced a sneaking suspicion I’d had for years: Something funky happens when you poop on your […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, investigates what causes menstrual cramps and how common they are. Plus: how to experience natural relief with a list of what to eat for cramps. Cramps are an unwelcome monthly experience for many of us. An estimated 80 percent of women experience dysmenorrhea, a fancy name for period cramps. Of those […]

Did you know that analyzing your period can provide insights into your overall health? Its regularity, volume, color, and cramping can all indicate numerous factors at hand. And while neither this article nor your period are intended to diagnose health issues, you can keep these four categories in mind to better understand what your period […]

Read on to learn about the benefits of chasteberry for PMS, women’s hormonal balance, and more. Plus: supplements that pack this powerful herb for major relief from PMS symptoms. There’s nothing worse than period fatigue, headaches, breast pain, and more that can arrive each month. If you’re tired of reaching for over-the-counter pain killers, there […]

Dealing with stomach pain or discomfort? Turns out, there are ways to find relief from things you likely already have in your house. Read on for seven home remedies to help an upset stomach. Any kind of stomach pain is, well, a pain. Gastrointestinal discomfort is unsettling and confusing—you may be wondering if you should […]

Is your body trying to tell you something? It doesn’t always take a blood test to know when something is off in your body. Get to know these physical signs of vitamin deficiency so you can stay in tune with your system. 5 Signs of Vitamin Deficiency Symptom: Dry, Flaky Skin If you have skin […]

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Because cramps are the *worst.*