Have you ever been told you don’t need a period? Don’t believe it! The truth is, regular menstruation plays an important role in a woman’s overall health. Natural Womanhood’s “Reasons Women Need Periods” article series is a review of the most up-to-date research on hormonal health and the impact of ovulation on the female body. These articles take a deep, evidence-based dive into some of the reasons women need their cycles for optimal health.
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Reasons Women Need Periods: The Role of the Menstrual Cycle in Preparing the Uterus for Pregnancy
By Clare Sharp • October 12, 2023Even before you start trying to conceive -
Reasons Women Need Periods: The Role of the Menstrual Cycle in Breast Health & Development
By Cassondra Moriarty • April 8, 2022and its connection to cancer prevention -
Reasons Women Need Periods: The Role of the Menstrual Cycle in Brain Health & Development
By Cassondra Moriarty • November 14, 2020And why cycles are so important for teen braindevelopment -
Reasons Women Need Periods: The Role of the Menstrual Cycle in the Immune System
By Cassondra Moriarty • August 10, 2020When it comes to periods, misinformation abounds. Periods and period research have long been stigmatized, so it’s no… -
Reasons Women Need Periods: The Role of the Menstrual Cycle in Heart Health
By Cassondra Moriarty • June 5, 2020Welcome back for our third installment of “Reasons Women Need Periods,” a series dedicated to taking a deep… -
Reasons Women Need Periods: The Role of the Menstrual Cycle in Bone Health & Development
By Cassondra Moriarty • May 12, 2020Welcome back for our second installment of “Reasons Women Need Periods,” a series dedicated to taking a deep…