Science of Healing

Why Do Cravings Increase Before Your Period? Understanding Hormonal HungerHave you ever noticed that a few days before your period, you suddenly want chocolate, sweets, salty snacks, or carbohydrate-rich foods?You are not imagining it.Changes in appetite and food cravings are recognized symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and research suggests that appetite and food intake can change across the menstrual cycle. These changes are particularly noticeable during the ...

Women’s Gut Health and Hormones: Is There a Connection?Gut health is becoming an increasingly important part of conversations around women’s health. From bloating and constipation to changes in mood, energy, and digestion, many women notice that their digestive health can change at different stages of life.But is there really a connection between the gut and hormones?Yes, there appears to be a connection, and research is increasingly showing that the relatio...

Why Does Hair Fall Increase During Certain Phases of the Menstrual Cycle? Hair fall is a common concern for many women, and sometimes it may seem to become more noticeable around certain phases of the menstrual cycle. Hormonal fluctuations throughout the cycle can influence the skin, scalp, and ha...

From PMS to PMDD: When Period-Related Mood Changes Need AttentionFeeling more emotional, irritable or tired before your period is something many women experience.You may notice that you become more sensitive, impatient or anxious during the days before menstruation. You might also experience bloating, breast tenderness, headaches, food cravings or difficulty sleeping.These symptoms can be part of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).But for some women, th...

Brain Fog in Women: Why You Feel Forgetful, Unfocused or Mentally ExhaustedHave you ever walked into a room and completely forgotten why you went there?Or struggled to remember a familiar name, lost your train of thought during a conversation, read the same paragraph several times, or felt mentally exhausted even after a normal day?If this sounds familiar, you may describe the experience as brain fog.Brain fog is not a medical diagnosis. It is a ...

Why Does Bloating Increase Before Your Period? Causes and Ways to Manage ItHave you ever noticed that your stomach feels unusually full, tight or swollen a few days before your period?You may feel uncomfortable in your clothes, notice more gas than usual, or feel as though your abdomen has suddenly become larger.For many women, this happens regularly before menstruation.Bloating is a common symptom of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and can appear du...