Every month, our bodies go through a miraculous process that prepares us to hold life. But what happens when the signal for new life doesn't come? Well, the uterus sheds its lining, and the cycle repeats itself.
Sounds simple, right?
what can possibly go wrong?
It may seem like a simple task, but menstruation is highly influenced by what happens throughout the month.
In reality,menstrual issues are more common than a Starbucks on every corner - although they're definitely not normal.
Menstrual cramping can become so severe that it leads to debilitation, and vomiting may even occur.
Digestion and bloating that makes you question if you're actually pregnant with a food baby, periods can be a real pain in the... well, you know where, making it uncomfortable to go out or even eat.
Mental health can take a hit, leading to severe depression, suicidal ideations, anxiety, sadness, and frustration , and it may even happen all at the same time.
Breast tenderness and pain, along with swelling, can make it difficult to breathe.
Hormonal shifts and imbalances can worsen reproductive diseases like endometriosis, cysts, and fibroids. Not to mention the acne, fatigue, and headaches that may be experienced.
Without a regulated menstrual cycle, fertility can be compromised.
Let's do the math - if you experience premenstrual symptoms, menstrual pain, and need time to recover from your period, that is less than two weeks of real living each month. That is less than half of your life that you are truly living!
Here are some case studies using Chinese Medicine to regulate the menses:
31yo with severe depression and anxiety worried it might ruin her relationships