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Body & Mind
April 26, 2019 0 Comments

Sex + menstruation?

Having sex on your period? Yes, that’s entirely possible and no problem at all. But there are some things you should keep in mind. So if you’re planning on sailing the Red Sea together, read these three tips first. (…)

Body & Mind
July 8, 2018 0 Comments

Natural remedies

A massage or bath isn’t only very relaxing. By using the right essential oils, like orange, it can also relieve menstrual cramps and pain.

Body & Mind
December 1, 2017 0 Comments

Cleaning the Ayurvedic way

In traditional eastern medicine, menstruation isn’t only seen as a physical clean-up, but also as an emotional and spiritual one. It restores the balance between body and mind.

Body & Mind
August 23, 2017 0 Comments

Menstruation gone wrong

Too many, too little, too early, too late, not at all: a lot of things can go wrong with menstruation. And all those disorders have a name. An alphabetic summary. (…)

Body & Mind
January 10, 2017 0 Comments

Cooking for your hormones

Maybe it’s obvious, but listening to your body – or better, your hormones – and adjusting your food pattern, can prevent a lot of menstrual suffering, according to Margaretha den Dekker, founder of Finest Food for Body and Soul.

Body & Mind
December 6, 2016 0 Comments

Banana time?

Vitamin B6 is important when tackling PMS symptoms. But how do you get enough of it? And how can certain foods, like bananas, help? (…)

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September 26, 2016 0 Comments

Pills & Periods

Back in the 1950s, the contraceptive pill was first presented as medication against painful periods. Temporary infertility was called just a side-effect. Soon loads of women were complaining about painful periods.

Body & Mind
June 22, 2016 0 Comments

Why not try something different

We’re pretty conservative when it comes to our sanitary products. Shops are full of sanitary towels and tampons. Although you have to actively look for alternatives, they are available. Here’s a list.