Articles tailored to your menstrual phase.
Light walking and gentle yoga can increase blood flow and reduce prostaglandins — the compounds that cause cramping.
Child's pose, supine twist, legs-up-the-wall, and cat-cow — a gentle sequence designed to release tension in the pelvis and lower back during menstruation.
Scheduling intentional rest during menstruation isn't slacking — it's smart periodization.
Slow, deliberate stretching targeting the hip flexors, lower back, and inner thighs.
During menstruation, your body loses iron through bleeding.
A nourishing red lentil soup with ginger, turmeric, and spinach.
Magnesium helps relax uterine muscles, reducing cramping.
Blend banana, turmeric, ginger, coconut milk, and a pinch of black pepper.
Menstruation is your body's built-in reset.
A guided body scan meditation that helps you tune into sensations without resistance, often reducing perceived pain intensity within minutes.
Menstruation is often called inner winter — a time for reflection.
Apply gentle heat to your lower abdomen while practicing slow 4-7-8 breathing.