Menstruation: Myths vs. Facts

 

Menstruation is a natural biological process that occurs in female-bodied individuals, in which the body sheds the lining of the uterus through the vagina. It is a monthly cycle that typically lasts between three to seven days, and it marks the beginning of a woman's reproductive age. Although menstruation is a normal and essential function of the female reproductive system, it has been stigmatized and tabooed in many cultures around the world, leading to a lack of education, access to menstrual hygiene products, and adequate healthcare for those who menstruate. Therefore, it is essential to promote awareness and understanding of menstruation to break the stigma surrounding it and ensure that every individual has access to the resources they need to manage their menstrual cycles with dignity and respect.

S.No.	Myths	Facts
	Pickles might get rotten if they are touched during menstruation.	Until the introduction of sanitary pads, women relied on clothes. Even today, women who cannot afford a sanitary pad deal with their menstruation with the same fabric. That is why, in the past, women were not permitted to handle pickles.
	Entering a temple while on your period can make God angry.	Menstruation, like all other activities performed by the human body, is a biological process. As a result, it should not be linked to hygiene or religious beliefs.
	While menstruating, women should avoid sleeping in bed.	Because using a cloth as a sanitary napkin might lead to leaking, ladies were not permitted to lie in bed during their monthly periods. However, this is no longer relevant, particularly in metropolitan areas, because there are a variety of strategies to minimize discoloration even under strong flow.
	Exercising is a no-no.	There's no reason to skip workouts during these times. In reality, because it pumps more oxygen to muscles and can make you active, it is an excellent approach to reduce cramps and other hormone-related bad symptoms.
	After your first period, make an appointment with your doctor.	Unless the girl is experiencing serious bleeding or discomfort, it is not necessary to see a doctor following her first period. It is a natural occurrence that does not necessitate medical intervention.
	It is recommended that you have a 5-day period.	Every person's situation is unique. For many, the time might extend anywhere from 3 to 5 days. For a few females, it may be erratic in the beginning months, but it settles down after a year. If it has been more than a week, consult your doctor.
	Do not discuss menstruation until the girl reaches adolescence.	Keep your youngster educated about the menstrual cycle and why it is a natural occurrence. Instead of scaring your youngster, try teaching her with the aid of Internet resources. To reduce her tension, have an open and honest conversation with her mother.
	Sour meals will aggravate menstruation cramps.	Menstrual pains and eating sour foods have nothing to do with each other. During this time, however, it is critical for women to eat a healthy diet. Beans, lentils, roti, brown bread, and yogurt are the greatest foods to eat.
	Washing hair is avoided during menstruation.	There's no reason to believe this because bathing and grooming practices have nothing to do with menstruation. Warm baths used twice a day will help you feel lighter by easing muscular cramping. .
	Having sex during your period prevents you from becoming pregnant.	It is possible to become pregnant while menstruating, though this is unusual. Ovulation and the menstrual cycle are extremely unpredictable, with ovulation occurring before, during, and after the bleeding phase, especially if your menstruation is irregular. As a result, even during one's period, one should use protection or conduct safe sex.