menstrual

As women, we can handle a lot, especially when you consider that many of us only experience a few days (during menstruation) of a flat hormonal state. While hormonal fluctuations aren’t exactly a bad thing—they’re actually necessary for your cycle—they can lead to imbalances that wreak havoc on our bodies and minds, resulting in common […]

How to eat for your menstrual cycle? Just like the weather moves through seasons, your body does too as your energy, appetite, digestion, and mood all shift throughout the month. Your cycle has four phases: menstrual (days 1–5), follicular (~days 6–14), ovulatory (~days 12–16), and luteal (~days 16–28). I like to think of them as […]

GLP-1 medications are in the spotlight and don’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. They’re prized as a fix for everything from stubborn weight to constant cravings, with results that can feel fast. But once you look beyond the headlines, some of the GLP-1 side effects are less discussed than others—menstrual changes included. […]