Written by, July 21 -- Prisha Khanna, Moitrayee Das

Menstruation isn't just a monthly occurrence; it's a rhythm, a cycle that governs bodies, moods, and lives. And we still don't fully grasp it. For about 1.8 billion individuals globally, menstruation doesn't just mark a few days on the calendar. It is, rather, a continuous and often disruptive rhythm that impacts the body, mind, and overall life course (UNICEF, 2020).

Despite its known regularity and inevitability, the phenomenon remains widely misunderstood, not just biologically but also culturally. The hormonal fluctuations that occur over the course of 28-30 days significantly affect energy, mood, and cognition. Additionally, irregular cycles, conditions like PCOS, PCOD, Endometrio...