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Navigating the Monthly Cycle: How Periods Affect Digestion

The menstrual cycle is a complex interplay of hormones that can influence various aspects of health, including digestion. By understanding how periods affect digestion and implementing strategies to manage symptoms, women can navigate their monthly cycles with greater ease and comfort. Remember, every body is different, so finding what works best for you may require some experimentation. Listen to your body, prioritize self-care, and seek support from healthcare professionals if needed.

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Pineapples & Your Period

Pineapple is one of the most frequently mentioned 'period-inducing' foods. So, if you want your period to come sooner, eat some pineapple slices or drink some pineapple juice. However, once Aunt Flo arrives, we urge that you switch to another fruit! Why? To better understand this, let's take a look at four ways pineapples affect your menstruation 1. Pineapples boost blood flow Pineapples promote the generation of both red and white blood cells. As a result, they can cause higher blood flow and possibly a heavier period than usual. Your Femino Cup makes high-flow days much more managable. It has three times the capacity of a tampon. That means you could go 8 hours without changing it even if you had...

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Alcohol Consumption During Your Periods – Here’s What You Need To Know

While you may crave alcohol, consuming it during your period might have a negative impact on your hormone levels. Alcohol can enhance the body's synthesis of both oestrogen and testosterone. Excessive amounts of either can aggravate PMS symptoms, particularly mood swings and irritability. It also has an effect on the balance of prostaglandins, which can aggravate cramping. Can Alcohol Cause More Bleeding? Menstrual blood is distinct from the rest of your body's blood. In addition to blood, it contains mucus and fragments of the inner uterine lining. Your body tends to get more dehydrated after a night of drinking. Alcohol's dehydrating effects may make blood and mucus thicker and hence more difficult to pass. Alcohol Can Affect Your Periods In...

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Refreshing Relief - Raspberry Mango Coconut Water Smoothie

This delightful smoothie will have you daydreaming of a warm beach somewhere! It's jam-packed with sharp and fresh flavours, owing primarily to raspberry and mango. The key ingredient here, though, is fresh ginger. The ginger really brings it to life and makes it incredibly refreshing and energetic.  Use coconut water to thin out this smoothie. If you don't like coconut water, you could substitute plain water or your preferred type of milk. This is more of a snack rather than a meal replacement smoothie. A Smoothie For The Final Stage Of Menstruation If no implantation occurs during this point of your cycle, the thicker uterine lining begins to disintegrate. This stage is accompanied by many PMS symptoms such as mood...

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Cleaning & Caring For Your Femino Beeswax Wraps

We believe that good food deserves good care, and by giving your Femino Bees Wrap some TLC, it will be at your disposal in your kitchen, for years on end. Cleaning your wraps is quick and easy. Simply rinse, scrub, dry, and repeat - and they will last forever. Here are the details: #1 Rinse Rinse your Beeswax wrap in cool to lukewarm water. Be sure to test the water with your finger to ensure it's not too hot. To prevent the wax from melting, keep your wrap away from other heat sources such as stoves and microwaves. Also, microwaving may make your kitchen smell wonderful, but it will ruin your wrap. So, avoid it. #2 Scrub If you have...

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