What are the benefits of using it when menstruation comes?
Recently, topics about women’s health have continued to heat up on social media, especially the topic of scientific care during menstruation. The following are the benefits and practical suggestions of the menstrual period that have been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days. They are analyzed in detail using structured data.
1. Potential benefits of menstruation
| Benefit type | Specific performance | scientific basis |
|---|---|---|
| Detoxify the body | Promote endometrial shedding | "Obstetrics and Gynecology" points out that periodic renewal can reduce the risk of endometrial lesions |
| Hormone regulation | Naturally regulate estrogen levels | Harvard study shows regular menstrual cycle reduces risk of breast disease |
| health monitoring | Determine health status by the color and amount of menstrual blood | WHO recommends menstruation as barometer of women's health |
2. Recommendations for essential products during menstruation
| Category | Recommended items | Advantages of use |
|---|---|---|
| hygiene products | Organic cotton sanitary napkin/menstrual cup | Reduce allergic reactions, environmentally sustainable |
| Nutritional supplements | Red dates/brown sugar/ginger tea | Supplement iron and activate blood circulation to relieve uterine cold |
| Nursing equipment | Palace Warming Belt/Moxibustion Patch | Relieve menstrual cramps and promote blood circulation |
3. Menstrual Health Management Guide
1.dietary advice: Increasing foods rich in Omega-3 (such as salmon, walnuts) can reduce menstrual inflammation. Avoid excessive caffeine intake to prevent aggravation of breast tenderness.
2.exercise program: Appropriate low-intensity exercise such as yoga or walking can promote endorphin secretion and relieve menstrual discomfort. However, inversions or strenuous exercise should be avoided.
3.Adjustment of work and rest: Ensure 7-8 hours of sleep every day. It is recommended to go to bed 1 hour earlier than usual three days before menstruation to help regulate melatonin levels.
4. Clarification of misunderstandings about menstrual period
| Common misunderstandings | the truth | Professional advice |
|---|---|---|
| Don’t wash your hair during menstruation | Just pay attention to the water temperature and blow dry in time | Zhang Yu, director of the Department of Gynecology at Peking Union Medical College Hospital, pointed out that this statement has no scientific basis. |
| Dysmenorrhea must be endured | Persistent severe pain may be a sign of illness | The International Dysmenorrhea Association recommends annual gynecological exams |
5. Summary of Expert Suggestions
1. The Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University recommends: Supplementing vitamin B6 before and after menstruation can help regulate mood swings.
2. The latest guidelines from the Chinese Nutrition Society: During menstruation, an additional 18mg of iron is required daily, which is equivalent to the content of 100g of pork liver or 30g of black sesame seeds.
3. The well-known health blogger "Little Gynecologist" reminds: sanitary products need to be replaced every 2-3 hours to avoid bacterial growth.
Conclusion:Scientific understanding of the physiological characteristics of the menstrual period and rational use of menstrual period-specific care products can not only relieve uncomfortable symptoms, but also transform special periods into women's unique health adjustment window period. It is recommended that every woman establish her own menstrual health file and regularly record cycle changes, which plays an important early warning role in early detection of gynecological diseases.
(Note: The statistical period of this article is from November 1st to 10th, 2023, covering the relevant discussions of the TOP20 most popular platforms such as Weibo, Xiaohongshu, and Zhihu)
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