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The Elix Guide to Endometriosis
Maybe you’ve never heard of endometriosis before and you’re wondering how big of a deal it is. Read one to see just how big of a deal it really is.
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Why PMS Could Be Good For You
Dr. Jordin Wiggins tells us that hormone and mood imbalances don’t have to be the norm for women, PMS can be treated (and not just with the pill).
Understanding Cycle-Related Anxiety for More Peaceful Periods
PMS affects up to 80% of women of reproductive age, and it's estimated that as many as 3 out of every 4 menstruating women have experienced some form of premenstrual syndrome. That includes experiencing anxiety.
Understanding the Dangers of Over-The-Counter Painkillers
According to Dr. Kimberly Sackheim, DO, a pain management specialist at NYU Langone’s Rusk Rehabilitation, casually popping OTC painkillers can actually delay your pain relief, trouble your stomach, and cause problems for your health. Below, we outline the two types of OTC painkillers (NSAIDs and acetaminophen) and the very real dangers associated with their continuous use.
Understanding Your Heavy Flow: When To See A Doctor For Excessive Bleeding
If you're someone whose flow lasts eight or nine days or longer and you're changing your super-mega-extra-strength tampon every one to two hours, you could be experiencing menorrhagia, or a profuse and prolonged period. Here's how to know when too much blood is really too much?
Understanding - And Breaking - the Cycle of Chronic Inflammation
Inflammation is a natural process that allows our body to survive injury and infection. But when inflammation is long-lasting or chronic, it can affect many areas of our health (periods included). Here's what you can do about it.