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FITNESS: Eat Right

Soothe your period cramps with these 8 foods

Period cramps can disrupt any day, and it's hard to focus on being a girl boss when you're in pain. It's time to try one (or all) of these foods that will help *you* conquer the world, no matter what...
FITNESS: Your Bod

These yoga poses could cure your period cramps

When that time of the month rolls around, it's normal if all you want to do is grab your favorite pair of sweatpants and tons of chocolate. TBH, we understand if staying active and exercising is the last thing on...

FITNESS: Your Bod

All the best posts from #NationalPeriodDay

Periods: All of us ladies get them, but it still sometimes feels weird to talk about them. That's why National Period Day (October 19) is so important. By encouraging discourse about our flows, we can help other girls who may...
LIFE: Dear Carol

"Dear Carol, can tampons give you cancer?!"

Dear Carol, I asked my mom if it was OK to start using tampons. She said no because they can cause cancer. Is this true? - Tampons Dear Tampons, No. Tampons do not cause cancer. Millions and millions of women have been using them...

FITNESS: Your Bod

5 ways to remove period stains from your clothing

Every girl knows how annoying periods can be. For many girls, being on your period means facing days of cramping, bloating, headaches and other inconvenient side effects. Dressing during a period can be especially frustrating. Many girls, worried about period...
FITNESS: Your Bod

Nervous about summer camp? Here's how to handle your period while you're there

There's so much fun stuff to do at camp: nature walks, canoeing, s'mores, making new friends. But getting your period while you're sharing a cabin with strangers or out hiking for hours can be stressful. Fortunately, plenty of girls have...

LIFE: Dear Carol

Period panic! What to do if you get yours during school...

Dear Carol, I haven't gotten my period yet, and I'm afraid I'll get it for the first time at soccer practice or school or somewhere. Help me! –Worried Dear Worried, Every woman in the world made it through her first time, and you...
FITNESS: Your Bod

Why is my period so heavy in the morning?

I usually bleed through my tampon in less than an hour after I wake up. Why is my flow so heavy in the mornings? Period blood can pool up inside ya while you’re snoozin’, says Dr. Nancy Armstrong, who runs...

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