Nine out of ten young women experience period pain, which can manifest as cramping or stabbing just before or at the beginning of their monthly bleed.
Period pain, or dysmenorrhoea, can be categorized into two main types – primary or secondary, depending on whether an underlying problem exists.
Lauren Ball, Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing at The University of Queensland, Emily Burch, Lecturer at Southern Cross University, and Pui Ting Wong, PhD Candidate in diet and adolescent mental health at The University of Queensland, have published an article on The Conversation discussing the common issue of painful periods and the potential role of food in alleviating the symptoms.
According to the article, more than half of individuals who menstruate experience some form of pain during their menstrual cycle, which can include digestive changes such as vomiting, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and a “bubbling gut”.
The authors explore various treatments for period pain and discuss how eating or avoiding certain foods may help, based on high-quality research.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that affects ovulation and the menstrual cycle. It is the most common female hormonal condition, affecting approximately one in 12 Australian women.
Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. A number of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing dementia, including high blood pressure, poor sleep, and physical inactivity. Meanwhile, keeping cognitively, physically, and socially active, and limiting alcohol consumption, can reduce the risk.
As we bid farewell to another year and welcome the dawn of a new one, it’s only natural for us to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. New Year’s resolutions have become a ritual for many, a tradition that instils hope and promises personal growth. But for those of us who identify as patient buyers, it’s essential to approach these resolutions with caution.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide and the second most common cause of death from cancer. Although the chances of curing breast cancer have risen recently, efforts to prevent its occurrence in the first place have been less successful. Around one in eight women in Australia are expected to be diagnosed before the age of 85.
