Top 11 Health Issues Indian Women Should Know About

Attention to health of women has increased in the past decade. With increasing number of diseases and illnesses attributed to lifestyle changes and environmental causes, the need to adopt an ‘early diagnose, early treat’ approach has gained prominence. women-health-issues

So from cancer to HIV, and from depression to maternal health, here are top 11 health issues that every woman in India should be aware of.  Continue reading “Top 11 Health Issues Indian Women Should Know About”

Lies And Damn Lies About Menstruation Myths

Every time you get your period, invariably there are a list of myths that circulate. Some of these age-old tales are passed down from your grandmothers and mothers. As strange as it is, we follow them dutifully. The truth of the matter is, most of these pieces of advice floating out there are myths. Here’s a list of the top ten myths that need to go away immediately. Period.

1. You can’t wash your hair during your cycle:

Almost every one of us must have been told not to wash our hair because it will not only increase your flow but increase your cramping. This is totally untrue. Do not neglect your personal hygiene under any circumstance. Go on washing your hair as regularly as before.

It's a myth that you can't wash your hair during your period
It’s a myth that you can’t wash your hair during your period

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