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Innovative and Sustainable Ways To Reuse Menstrual Blood

Menstrual blood. There I said it. 

Menstrual blood has become somewhat of an “F-word” in discussions about the body. You’re not supposed to bring it up and if you do it’s often looked at as disgusting or crude. 

Menstrual blood has long been shrouded in stigma and viewed as waste, but a growing number of people are challenging these taboos by finding innovative and sustainable ways to reuse it. 

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Innovative and Sustainable Ways To Reuse Menstrual Blood
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9 Non-Hormonal Options to Relieve Period Pain

I vividly remember the first time I experienced period pain that brought me to my knees. I was in high school, trying to concentrate on an exam while feeling like my insides were twisting. It felt like there was no escape, and I knew I wasn’t alone in this struggle. 
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Foods to Eat and Avoid for Endometriosis Symptom Relief

Living with endometriosis can feel like a constant battle against pain and discomfort. What you eat significantly impacts how your body manages these symptoms. By making mindful choices about the foods you eat you can help reduce inflammation and alleviate some of the pain associated with endometriosis.
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DIY Lymphatic Drainage: A Guide to Easing Period Pain and Boosting Wellness

If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, you’ve probably noticed all the hype about lymphatic drainage. It’s become a hot topic among wellness enthusiasts—and for good reason! This natural technique helps reduce inflammation, remove toxins, and promote a sense of well-being. 
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The Impact of Stress On Your Menstrual Cycle: How to Find Balance

Stress—whether its source is a taxing work life, a trialed relationship dynamic, a traumatic event in your childhood, training for an ultra marathon, taking a full course load at an academic institution, or being a parent—is an embodied experience that echoes in the body after it’s initial instigation. The brain and body systems that process emotional and physical stress are deeply connected with the hormonal apparatus and the nervous system. Therefore, chronic stress and the experience of an individual's menstrual cycle are going to be inextricably linked.
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Meliodys Medical: Pioneering a New Era in Healthcare with Non-Hormonal Period Pain Relief

Founded in 2022, Meliodys Medical GmbH is charting a groundbreaking path in healthcare, with a mission to revolutionize the treatment of menstrual pain without the use of hormones. This innovative company is tackling one of the most widespread and debilitating conditions faced by people with periods: dysmenorrhea, or severe menstrual pain.
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The Importance of Self-Care During Your Period: Tips for Pampering Yourself

Your period can bring its fair share of discomfort, but it's also an opportunity to prioritize your well-being and indulge in some much-needed pampering. We want to express the importance of self-care during your period and share some tips to help you feel relaxed, rejuvenated, and ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
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Period Pain and Sleep: Tips for Getting a Good Night's Rest During Your Cycle

We've all been there. Your period starts, cramps and discomfort set in, and suddenly, a good night's sleep feels impossible. You’re not alone, and there are ways to improve your sleep even when period pain tries to keep you awake. As your big sisters in period pain relief we’ve got you – here are some helpful tips to manage period pain and sleep better during your cycle.
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Tips for Managing Endometriosis Flare-Ups

Endometriosis is a condition that is often misunderstood and underestimated yet, ironically, affects millions of people with uteruses worldwide. Classically, it has been defined as the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, this condition is more than just a gynecological concern. It is a chronic systemic inflammatory condition that can be found in almost every major organ of the body. These lesions cause internal inflammation, resulting in pain, cramping and a myriad of other symptoms that can be physically, mentally and socially debilitating.
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Adenomyosis explained

You may have heard of endometriosis, the inflammatory condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside of the uterus, forming often painful lesions on other organs in the body. But have you heard of adenomyosis
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