The Body Archive
Essays, observations and clinical conversations on health, sex, identity and becoming.
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Endometrial Health And Hormone Balance: Why Your Period Matters More Than You Think
Discover how endometrial health impacts your menstrual cycle, fertility, and hormone balance. Learn how cycle-specific testing, diet, and herbal medicine can support a healthier, more predictable period.
The Inflammation-PMS Connection
Struggling with PMS every month? Inflammation may be the missing piece behind mood swings, bloating, and cramps. Learn how chronic inflammation affects hormones—and discover natural ways to calm the storm through diet, gut health, stress management, and key nutrients.
Is Period Pain Normal? Understanding Menstrual Pain and Natural Support Strategies
Period pain may be common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal. Learn how prostaglandins contribute to cramps, why inflammation plays a role, and how natural strategies like magnesium, zinc, herbal medicine, and gentle movement can support menstrual health. Plus, when to investigate further for underlying conditions like endometriosis or adenomyosis.