Period cramps can be annoying or painful, but not everyone experiences uncomfortable menstrual symptoms. If you don’t get period cramps, you shouldn’t be concerned. An absence of discomfort could be a sign of a healthy period. What causes period cramps? Cramps in the lower abdomen and bloat...
leading to less efficient output of energy by the muscles and brain," Dr. Li says. In other words, when your cells don't have enough oxygen, they can't function at their best
Remember that if you don’t have a regular masturbation habit, there can be a learning curve. Embrace your curiosities, play around with some toys (try homemade sex toys if you’re not ready to buy one), and explore. If masturbation isn’t your thing, that’s a-OK too. When it com...
This analysis allowed them to zero in on gut microbes belonging to the class Clostridium. Clostridium are anaerobic, meaning they don't like environments with oxygen. The researchers found that after the mice were given antibiotics and fed a diet high in saturated fat, the cells lining the gut...
It is pretty common to haveirregular menstrual cyclesduring puberty -- where your period is light one month and heavier the next. But adolescents don't usually have periods that are heavy enough to be considered menorrhagia. If you do, you should talk to your doctor to find out what could...