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What is Testosterone?

It’s time to take a look at testosterone. This sex hormone is typically associated with male biology, but in reality, it also plays an important role in female bodies too! In this post, we’re going to look at testosterone’s function, where it's made, and its roles in both female and male biology.

Sep 24, 2020

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7 Hormonal Birth Control Methods & How They Work

If you think about birth control, you might automatically picture the pill. In fact, this is just one type of hormonal contraception and there are lots more hormonal and non-hormonal options out there. In this post, we’re going to look at the different types of hormonal birth control methods, how they work, their effectiveness, and more.

Sep 10, 2020

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What is Libido?

Another word for sex drive, libido describes a person’s desire for sexual activity - there is no numeric measurement for libido, but it’s usually referred to as being low or high. There are many things that can affect sex drive from biological reasons to social or psychological factors. In this post, we’re going to look at the main sex hormones, how they impact libido, the difference in male and female sex hormones, and how libido changes throughout the menstrual cycle.

Sep 1, 2020

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4 Functional Exercises for Period Cramps

When you’re plagued with cramps, bloating and fatigue, the last thing you might want to do is work out. But studies show that exercise can be an optimal treatment for symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and period pain. Movement during menstruation won’t just distract you from the discomfort; it can have some more concrete benefits such as decreased pain, soreness, cramping, and inflammation.

Aug 18, 2020

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