Period flu reflects immune and hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle. When inflammation increases, it may affect ovulation, implantation, and hormone balance, influencing fertility.

Even if you’re not relying on a trusty cycle tracker, everyone has their sure-fire signs that their period is about to begin. Maybe you get a breakout or start to feel more sensitive. Me? I start to ...

Weight gain during your period is temporary and usually ends once the period is over. Eating complex carbohydrates and reducing salt may help lessen weight gain during periods. Severe PMS symptoms may ...

You’re in your 30s, you’re tired, and suddenly your period feels more like a downpour than a drizzle. Pads aren’t lasting more than an hour, and cramps are calling the shots now more than ever. What ...

Cycle syncing is when you change your diet, exercise, and lifestyle habits during each phase of your menstrual cycle to support health and well-being. The practice helps you align your daily routines ...

Renita White, MD, is an obstetrician/gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta, Georgia. Her areas of expertise include fibroids, irregular vaginal ...