A period normally lasts between two and seven days, with the average period length being five days. If your period lasts more than eight days and you are experiencing heavy bleeding, see a doctor. To ...

The definition of a "normal" period is often shaped by silence, not science-and that can cause real symptoms to go overlooked.

Short and long menstrual cycles have been associated with an increased risk of chronic diseases. Menstrual cycle length seems to be determined by the underlying hormonal profile—but could cycle length ...

World Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed on May 28 every year and aims to break the silence and stigma surrounding menstruation and promote safe and healthy menstrual hygiene practices for all. The day ...

Is bleeding for just two days a red flag for poor reproductive health - or perfectly normal? With social media fuelling anxiety around periods, it’s easy to second-guess what a “healthy” menstrual ...

Most things in life are uncertain, but when it comes to your period, you can usually count on its friendly appearance once a month. What constitutes a 'normal' period is pretty subjective, but what ...

Nutritionist Lovneet Batra recently busted a few myths about the menstrual cycle. In her latest Instagram post, she wrote, “We've all grown up hearing half-truths about periods and the menstrual cycle ...