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Neha Dhupia gets exclusively candid with Zee News and speaks about the stigmas and taboos around menstrual health as she starts her campaign GoFloRun.  

While cravings might tempt you toward these foods, avoiding them can significantly reduce menstrual discomfort. Instead, focus on consuming a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Staying hydrated and eating small, frequent meals can also help you feel your best during your period.  

Experiencing heavy or prolonged periods can significantly impact a woman's quality of life, causing discomfort, fatigue, and sometimes even leading to anemia. Understanding the causes, symptoms, regular check-ups and appropriate times to seek medical advice is crucial for maintaining reproductive health and overall well-being.

In the fight for gender equality, some countries are taking progressive steps to support women's health and workplace rights. One such initiative gaining momentum worldwide is the provision of menstrual leaves. These leaves acknowledge the unique challenges women face during menstruation and aim to promote their well-being and productivity. Let's delve into the countries at the forefront of this movement:  

Read all about how to recognize warning signs and prioritize self-care for better reproductive and overall health.

A recent study reveals how cold water swims offer a natural escape from menopausal woes and can melt away anxiety and hot flushes, leaving you refreshed and revitalized. Read all about the study here.

Winter's impact on women's menstrual cycles presents unique challenges, but natural remedies and yoga can offer empowering solutions with mindful movements providing effective ways to manage winter-induced menstrual discomfort. Check what expert has to say, read on.

It's time to normalize this unavoidable aspect of life and make it easier for everyone to talk about and understand menstruation.

Practicing these yoga asanas regularly can aid in reducing bloating and promoting overall digestive health. 

Whether it's through the soothing Child's Pose, invigorating Cobra Pose, or calming Reclining Butterfly Pose, women have the opportunity to find relief from period cramps in a natural and empowering way.

Unlike sanitary pads that take over 500 years to decompose, menstrual cups are reusable and hence last for years Since they are reusable and last for almost a decade, they ultimately prove to be significantly less expensive than numerous packs of single-use period products You can use a menstrual cup for up to 8 hours without the hassles of changing it or getting rashes

Period underwear, colloquially known as period panties, is the best alternative for single-use period products Sanitary products are no exception to environmental degradation Heating pad is a cheaper and eco-friendly option to provide heat and signal relaxation to your body

A regular menstrual cycle generally lasts between 21 to 35 days - while the length may vary slightly from woman to woman, consistency is key A healthy menstrual cycle involves a moderate to heavy flow for an average of two to seven days While some degree of discomfort during menstruation is common, excessive pain or debilitating cramps may be a sign of an underlying problem

The first two days of the period can be no less than a nightmare A menstrual cycle which leads to discomfort, mood swings, and major cravings Check ways to ease the period pain at home

Hormone therapy improves many severe symptoms related to menopause and has been hypothesised to also prevent cognitive impairment.

Menopause Symptoms and Affects: Dr Neha Sharma, Dermatologist Founder, Estique clinic, Gurugram shares tips on how to keep your skin healthy after menopause hits you hard.

Menstrual Hygiene Day is annually celebrated on May 28. Mahika has also appeared in Bollywood films like 'Mr Joe B. Carvalho' and 'Chalo Dilli'.

Missed periods, excessive hair growth on the face or body, weight gain, acne and fertility issues. The pandemic made it all the more difficult to consult our doctor face-to-face to deal with these problems. Digital healthcare platforms have made it easier for women dealing with such queries to consult the right doctor. Living a healthy lifestyle and following diet, with regular exercise, no smoking, less stress, and control of diabetes and other medical conditions prescribed by your doctor should improve your fertility odds. To lose weight on a PCOS diet, re-frame your thinking to eating to live, not living to eat.

She claimed she received threats on social media.

Regular exercise is good for your health, but even better when you are trying to conceive.