Women’s Health

Why African Woman are more likely to have Bacterial Vaginosis than European Woman

In sub-Saharan Africa, there is a high incidence of bacterial vaginosis. Bacterial vaginosis is related to an increased risk of HIV transmission, as well as an increased risk of acquiring other sexually transmitted infections, preterm births, and pelvic inflammatory disease. Recent Study Released by Fettweis et al, 2014 showed that women of European lineage are […]

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CBD Vaginal Suppositories How Do They Work

Although research regarding vaginal suppositories containing CBD is limited, it is known to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. The vaginal wall is a porous, mucosal area of the body, meaning any medications (like hormonal medication or some birth control) that are taken intravaginally get absorbed directly into the blood stream, Dr. DeLucia explains. With these vaginal suppositories, “[CBD] is absorbed systemically,”

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How CBD Can Assist in Alleviating Menstrual Pain

Recently, scientists discovered that — similar to NSAIDs — CBD also inhibits the prostaglandin-producing enzyme. However, unlike NSAIDs, CBD preferentially inhibits COX-2 over COX-1, which means its anti-inflammatory benefits come without the gastrointestinal side effects. Added bonus: Not only does CBD inhibit the COX-2 enzyme, but both CBD and THC physically stop your DNA from producing so much

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Impact of stress on the menstrual cycle

Stress activates a hormonal pathway in the body called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis (10). Activation of the HPA axis is associated with increased levels of cortisol and corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) (10). The HPA axis, cortisol, and CRH help control stress response in the body (10). CRH and cortisol release can suppress normal levels of reproductive

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How to manage PMS

Exercising and eating right can control the bloating, depression, irritability and mood changes associated with PMS   Exercise. Physical activity can lift moods and improve depression. It’s believed that endorphins — feel-good brain chemicals that are released during exercise — may help counteract some of the hormone changes that may trigger severe PMS Reduce salt: Eating less salt

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PMS and PMDD

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a condition that affects a woman’s emotions, physical health, and behavior during certain days of the menstrual cycle, generally just before her menses. PMS is a very common condition. Its symptoms affect more than 90 percent of menstruating women. PMS symptoms, including mood swings, occur during the last (luteal) phase of the menstrual cycle,

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