Period pain afflicts roughly half of the world’s population and its potency can vary from dull, background discomfort to paralysing abdominal spasms. Despite this, we are still expected to go about ...

Shot of a young woman lying down on her bed and suffering from period pains at home. For many, a monthly period comes with painful cramps. For some, those pangs feel minor, but for others, the pain ...

Stuck in bed with period cramps? Over-the-counter painkillers just aren’t doing the trick? Some say this natural food may be the fix. Raw carrots are all the rage among social media users who claim ...

Dr Arora weighs in on the banana-period pain connection – you can give bananas a try, as they may just be your new period BFF. But they are not a cure-all.

Painful periods are common. More than half of people who menstruate have some pain for up to three days a month, typically throbbing or cramping in the lower abdomen. Digestive changes—such as ...

Chloe Hodgkinson, 27, is a coach who helps people recover from hypothalamic amenorrhea and disordered eating to restore their period cycle. Her work began after experiencing these health issues ...

Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Qin Rao, MD, is a ...

For many, a monthly period comes with painful cramps. For some, those pangs feel minor, but for others, the pain can be quite intense. Those hoping to reduce their pain can include foods in their diet ...