Brown discharge or bleeding outside of your period can be worrisome at times. There can be many reasons for this, from naturally fluctuating hormones to more serious medical conditions that should be discussed with your doctor. In this article, we will summarize some of the possible causes of bleeding outside of your period.

A significant number of women around the world experience premenstrual symptoms, such as mood swings, breast tenderness, sleep problems, bloating, and lower abdominal cramps. However, there are times when the familiar luteal phase symptoms occur but your period doesn't arrive. Read about the possible causes. How the menstrual cycle works Let's first briefly review how the menstrual cycle actually works. The menstrual cycle begins on the first day of your period and ends on the last day before your next period. A healthy cycle, in which ovulation occurs regularly and hormones are at the right levels at each stage, usually ranges from 21 to 35 days. However, the length of your cycle can vary from month to month. So… why...

A new study led by the University of California, Berkeley and published in the journal Environmental International evaluated levels of 16 metals in 30 tampons from 14 brands sold across the U.S. (79%) and Europe (21%). The study found measurable concentrations of heavy metals in the tampons, including lead, arsenic, and cadmium. It is important to emphasize that the test samples were found at very low concentrations. This could be explained by the use of extremely low detection limits (MDLs) in the testing, and as the researchers suggest, the metals detected could be present as a result of systemic environmental contamination. The US researchers also noted that further research is needed, as the test samples were very small and it...

But when you travel, your overall daily routine is likely to be different in many ways than it is on a normal day. You might cut back on your exercise, naturally want to sample local specialties, drink more drinks, stay up longer, etc. All of this can have a greater or lesser impact on your hormones and menstrual cycle. You may encounter the following scenarios:

Fortunately, myths about swimming during menstruation being inappropriate, dangerous, or unhygienic are long gone. On the contrary, swimming can bring you a number of benefits and even make your period more pleasant.

Our bodies are much more complex than the calorie deficit equation. Some people may have different needs based on metabolism, genetics, lifestyle, and health. Eating less and exercising more can be an effective approach for many people, but it is also difficult to maintain and is not suitable for everyone.