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When will I get my first period? What are the signs? How will I know? Am I the right age? These questions are important, and the answers will help you prepare for menstruation. In this article, you’ll learn why periods happen in the first place, how to prepare for your first menstruation, and how to talk to your parents about it.
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A few days before your period starts, do you experience food cravings? Does your stomach growl only a couple of hours after eating? Do you feel hangry most of the time? All of these symptoms can be explained by weakened insulin sensitivity before your menstrual period starts. In this article, we'll look into the connection between insulin levels and the menstrual cycle.
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The premenstrual and menstrual phase often comes with less than desirable emotional effects. Discussing emotions and the menstrual cycle can be tricky, as women continue to be shamed and dismissed for expressing our feelings, making it easier to ignore or downplay women’s lived experiences. Experiencing emotional changes over the course of your menstrual cycle is completely normal — up to a certain point — so let's explore what exactly happens during PMS and the other phases of your cycle.
