Periods myths and facts where every woman should know about

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:cherry_blossom: Myths vs. Facts About Periods

1. Myth: You shouldn’t exercise during your period.

Fact: Light to moderate exercise (like walking, yoga, or stretching) can actually reduce cramps and improve mood.

2. Myth: Period blood is dirty blood.

Fact: Menstrual blood is a mix of blood, uterine tissue, and mucus — it’s not impure or “dirty.”

3. Myth: Bathing during periods is harmful.

Fact: Bathing or taking a warm shower helps maintain hygiene and can ease cramps.

4. Myth: You cannot get pregnant during periods.

Fact: While chances are lower, pregnancy is still possible if ovulation overlaps with bleeding days.

5. Myth: Periods should always be painful.

Fact: Mild cramps are common, but severe pain is not normal and may indicate conditions like endometriosis or PCOS.

6. Myth: Menstrual cycles are always 28 days.

Fact: A healthy cycle can range from 21 to 35 days, and slight variations are normal.

7. Myth: Using tampons or menstrual cups causes loss of virginity.

Fact: Virginity is not defined by the hymen. Tampons/cups are safe and hygienic choices.

8. Myth: Periods are shameful and should be hidden.

Fact: Menstruation is a natural biological process — nothing to feel ashamed about.

9. Myth: Eating sour food or cold food stops periods.

Fact: No food can stop or pause menstruation. Diet may influence cramps but not the flow itself.

10. Myth: Skipping periods with medication is unsafe.

Fact: Under a doctor’s supervision, it’s safe to delay or manage periods with prescribed medicines

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This all things should be teaches in school by doing workshops or seminars.
From there only period education should start.

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Awareness about menstrual cycle is much needed.

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This information is important for everyone to understand about periods.

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Period education is necessary and vital for better functioning of society. Everyone should be made aware of these facts to reduce discrimination against women during periods.

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Everyone must be made aware of these facts to reduce gender bias towards the females during periods. Period education is the necessary and compulsory education that must be imparted to society.

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This is very informative. Everyone should have the basic knowledge about this. More awareness will help remove stigma in the society about periods.

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“This is such an important post! Period myths are not just harmless beliefs — they directly affect women’s health, confidence, and even access to opportunities. Breaking these taboos with facts is the first step toward making menstrual health a normal part of everyday conversations.”

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First of all, it’s important to understand that a woman’s menstrual cycle is not the same as her period. The actual time that a woman bleeds is known as menstruation, but her menstrual cycle is the entire time from one period starting to the next.Although it’s widely circulated that a woman’s menstrual cycle lasts 28 days, that’s only an average number.Some women’s cycles are much longer, from 29 to 35 days, while others can be shorter. Situations like travel, weight fluctuation, emotions, and medication can all affect when a woman’s period occurs, too.So, comments about how women are “always on their time of the month” aren’t appreciated.Every period is like every woman — unique to the individual.Learn the difference between spotting and periods.

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This is a much-needed post. It’s so important that we talk about these things openly to reduce the stigma and ensure everyone has the right information.

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informative

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very valuable post. firstly, i would thank you for sharing this. even till date we see people believing all these myths in the name of tradition or culture. period education should be implemented in every school and colleges for both Men and Women to educate them.

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Menstruation is still surrounded by many myths that affect women’s health and confidence. Breaking these misconceptions with science-backed facts is essential for empowering women, promoting hygiene, and ensuring that periods are treated as a natural biological process rather than a taboo.

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There’s so much misinformation around periods, it’s wild! Contrary to myths like “you can’t get pregnant during your period,” women can especially if sperm meets the egg during early ovulation or a long cycle. Companies are now helping dispel myths with educational campaigns, apps like “FlowTrack” use real data to show when it’s actually safe or risky.

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Such an important post! Clearing these myths is so necessary periods are natural, and understanding the facts helps break stigma and take better care of our health.

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Informative. Surely will share with family and friends.

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Much need information for everyone

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Great share! It is incredibly to bust myths and superstitions around women’s menstrual health issues