THE LEGENDARY MENSTRUAL CYCLE
IT STARTS AND ENDS WITH …a period, which is also known as menstruation. Our menstruation is a healthy and natural part of our life, which we experience in what are known as cycles. These cycles are counted from the first day of 1 period to the first day of the next period. An average menstrual cycle is 28 days long.
Women normally have two ovaries that store and release eggs. Each ovary is about the size of a walnut, and one ovary is located on each side of the uterus. One ovary produces one egg each month, and this process starts a woman's monthly menstrual cycle.
The majority of women not only have the task of enduring the menstrual cycle, but also the journey through menopause. So now you are probably wondering what the Menstrual Cycle has in to do with Menopause. For one both of them begin with three common letters: M-E-N.
But seriously…because Menopause has four stages, Premenopause, Perimenopause, Menopause and Postmenopause, the pre-menopausal status has been set in motion with the first menstrual cycle. Once our cycle begins, it works very hard for next 15 to 30 years. After it has carried out its mission, the ovary production begins to decline and hormone levels decrease; eventually bringing an end to one’s period.
But seriously…because Menopause has four stages, Premenopause, Perimenopause, Menopause and Postmenopause, the pre-menopausal status has been set in motion with the first menstrual cycle. Once our cycle begins, it works very hard for next 15 to 30 years. After it has carried out its mission, the ovary production begins to decline and hormone levels decrease; eventually bringing an end to one’s period.
As these changes occur, women begin to experience shorter and lighter periods. Accompanying these changes is one of the most common symptoms known to women the “hot flash”. As our body begins to PAUSE, most go on to experience this and a wide variety of other symptoms.
One of the best things we can do for ourselves even if we are not in this season of our lives; is to make and take time to for ourselves. We have one body and if we want it to take care of us, we must take care of it.
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A Different Perspective….
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: None of the information on this site is intended to act as or take the place of medical advice. You should consult with your medical provider(s) on all aspects of your health. The information on this site is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition.
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