For girls, menstrual periods are like a special journey. During this period, it is as if any action needs to be deliberate and careful so as not to cause unnecessary harm to the body.
In fact, menstruation is a natural result of hormonal changes in a woman's body, and the shedding and bleeding of the endometrium are all part of this special period.
As a result of hormonal changes, a woman's body becomes more sensitive, blood clotting may weaken, and immunity may decrease.
Some girls even face psychological and emotional distress due to the effects of hormones. If you experience menstrual cramps, excessive bleeding, etc., emotional problems may become more serious.
Therefore, during this particular stage of the menstrual period, women need more care and attention. It is precisely because of this special stage that what behaviors can be done?What are the behaviors that should not be done?
There is a myth circulating online that it is taboo for women to wash their hair during menstruation. The basis for this statement is that water on the scalp can affect the uterus, causing the dirty blood to not drain smoothly, thus burying the hidden danger of breast cancer and uterine cancer. However, director Wang Donghong, an expert at the Eye Hospital of the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, pointed out that this view lacks scientific basis.
A woman's condition during menstruation is maintained by the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian gonadal axis, a process that is motivated by hormonal stimulation and does not change by bathing or washing hair.
As for the so-called "dirty blood", it is actually just normal physiological tissues, including blood, endometrial fragments and cervical mucus, etc., which are part of the human body and are not "filthy things". Therefore, washing your hair during menstruation does not affect the uterus and does not cause cancer.
In fact, women need to wash their hair more during menstruation. Because most of the scalp oil comes from the sebaceous glands, and hormonal changes are one of the factors affecting the secretion of sebaceous glands.
During menstruation, women secrete estrogen vigorously, which can easily lead to oily scalp. Therefore, keeping the head clean is especially important for menstruating women.
To sum up, menstruating women can wash their hair with confidence, as long as they pay attention to the appropriate water temperature and avoid catching a cold. With scientific understanding and the right care, women can better get through their menstrual period and stay healthy and beautiful.
High-intensity exercise
Strenuous exercise can cause the uterus to contract, causing increased or decreased menstrual bleeding and even menstrual cramps. In addition, during menstruation, women's bodies are weaker and fatigue easily, so they should avoid strenuous exercise and choose relaxing activities such as walking, yoga, etc.
Tooth extraction
During menstruation, the lining of the uterus will peel off and bleed, and the body's blood clotting function will deteriorate. If bleeding operations such as tooth extraction are performed, it is easy to cause compensatory bleeding in the tooth extraction socket, which is not only difficult to stop bleeding, but may also lead to a significant increase in menstrual flow. Therefore, it is recommended to perform surgical procedures such as tooth extraction only three days after the end of menstruation.
Replace** promptly and keep it clean
During menstruation, the cervix opens and is susceptible to bacterial infection. After menstruation, changing it in a clean way can reduce the risk of bacterial infection. At the same time, washing with warm water every day to keep the part dry and clean is also an important measure to maintain the health of the uterus.
Exercise appropriately
During menstruation, the residue in the uterus is excreted with menstrual blood. After menstruation, proper exercise can promote uterine contractions and help the uterus clear the residue better. It is recommended to choose light aerobic exercise, such as walking, yoga, etc., to avoid strenuous exercise that can lead to infection.
Adjust your diet
During menstruation, a woman's body experiences blood loss and endocrine changes, and needs to be supplemented with nutrients at the right time. Eating more foods rich in iron, protein, and vitamins, such as lean meat, eggs, and fresh vegetables, helps the recovery and maintenance of the uterus. At the same time, avoid eating raw, cold, and spicy foods so as not to irritate the uterus and cause discomfort.
Red dates
Jujube is a common blood-tonifying food, rich in iron and vitamin C, which helps to promote blood circulation, increase the oxygen content in the blood, and relieve symptoms such as anemia and fatigue. At the same time, jujube can also regulate endocrine, promote blood circulation in the uterus, and help maintain the uterus.
Longan
Longan is a nutritious food, rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, which has the effect of nourishing qi and nourishing blood and calming the nerves. Longan can also promote blood circulation in the uterus, help to remove toxins from the uterus, and maintain the health of the uterus.
Goji berries
Goji berry is a common Chinese herbal medicine, which has the effect of nourishing yin and kidney, nourishing qi and nourishing blood. Goji berries contain a variety of nutrients, such as polysaccharides, flavonoids, etc., which can enhance the body's immunity, promote metabolism, and help maintain the uterus.
Angelica
Angelica sinensis is a traditional Chinese medicinal material, which has the effects of nourishing blood and regulating menstruation, invigorating blood and relieving pain. Angelica contains a variety of active ingredients, such as volatile oils, flavonoids, etc., which can promote blood circulation, relieve symptoms such as dysmenorrhea and menstrual irregularities, and help maintain the uterus.