what do women in the african bush use when they have their periods?
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You would have to research that to find out but in some less developed, more primitive cultures menstruating women are relegated to a hut where they must stay for the length of their menstruation.  Although, they may just use rags, the term "On the rag" didn't come about by accident, before commercial pads and tampons that was all women had as an option.
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Well, I'm a nurse and would love to know if anyone out there has found a way. I've had my period since my 8th birthday. Yep my 8th birthday. It sucked. The only thing that I have came up with is the last day of my period I always feel gross so I'll fill up the bathtub with water and lay down. Then start sucking the water in me and pushing it out til the water comes out clean. Then get up and take a shower. YES MEN WE CAN DO THAT! Interesting isn't it? lol \nAnyway If I do that it cleans me out and I don't spot no more. It doesn't work on the 2nd to last day it has to be the last day for me. I always have a 5 day period.\nWhy not just douche? Because those have chemicals in them that I don't want in me. They are also not as effective.
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Yes there is, its called Woman`s Choice\nWoman’s Choice is a natural solution for many discomforts that may arise. \n\nKey Benefits:\nAs women approach age 35 and beyond, they experience a variety of symptoms, some of which are related to declining estrogen levels. Many studies suggest that phytoestrogens may help women’s changing nutritional needs during this time of life. Woman’s Choice is a natural solution for many discomforts that may arise. It contains antioxidants that assist the body’s defense against the effects of free radicals.* And it includes a blend of isoflavones from red clover, soy and kudzu, along with black cohosh, all of which may promote hormone balance, especially during perimenopause.* \n\n\nContains antioxidants that assist the body's defense against the effects of free radicals.* \nContains a special blend of isoflavones from red clover, soy and kudzu, along with black cohosh, all of which may promote hormone balance.* \nVisit www.beaturlbs-mall.com to get it :) hope it helps
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don't know, but with me, it's really gross, my sister use to use them for her period instead of what she was supposed to use. she was to embarrassed to ask our mom to buy for her, so she used what was available told you it was freally gross
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i use both so......both! tampons during the day, pads at night
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Certain vegetable contains plant estrogen, for example, the beans fanmily like french beans, long beans and so on. The supplements, black cocosh and evening primrose oil also contains the hormones (that mimick estrogen) which is also good for regulationg hormone levels in women especially for easing the pains during mensturation (periods).
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thats wat women do best \nits natural
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There are tablets which you can take which aren't hormone based but which help to decrease the flow and the pain.\n\nMefenamic Acid is an anti-prostaglandin (prostaglandins cause the pain during your period) and you take it for a few days before your period is due and for the first couple of days of your period. It help reduce the pain, and also over time reduces the amount of blood loss.\n\nTranexamic acid is an anti-fibrinolytic and is used to reduce blood flow. \n\nBoth tranexamic acid and mefenamic acid can be used together to reduce blood flow during a period. However, the best thing really is to go onto the birth control pill - it dramatically reduces bleeding and pain.\n\nAlso, since your periods are irregular, it may be worth speaking to your doctor about having blood tests done, or possibly an ultrasound to see whether you may have something like PCOS.
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Black Cohosh and Red Clover are both supposed to be good natural remedies for menopausal symptoms. You will be able to buy them in your local pharmacy or health food shop.
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You likely are using tampons and toward the end of the period, it is too dry and causes irritation.  Try only using pads the last day or two and then try a lubricant for sex the first day or two after.
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very good question  there are herbs that work great  get them at GNC  ]saw palmetto,efa complete,soy isoflavones,dong quai,progesterone cream ,phyto estrogen,papaya enzyme, and black cohosh standerized, or root }
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Are you under stress? That can stop periods
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You need to use birth control.
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Rags, that's why periods are called "being on the rag".  They also made something like a sumo wrestler's outfit that you strap onto your waist and attaches to the rag that you wear, you have to remember people also didn't have underwear like we do now back in the day.
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Yeah--when I'm not menstruating :)
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Any women who live in tropical climates, and eat papaya regularly will tell you that it doesn't effect the regularity of your period.
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There are many alternatives to prescription medications. Black cohosh is traditionally used to treat symptoms like hot sweats. The St. Johns Wort is used to treat mood swings that can happen during menopause but yes you do have to be carefull if you are on other medictations. Your doctor can check for contraindications. Look for complexes that have red clover, vitex, sage, black cohosh and wild yam. These ingredients are common for helping with the symptoms associated with menopause. Other things that you can take on a daily basis for overall health are a good omega 3 fatty acid which can help with many things from mood to immune system,  healthy hair skin and nails and joint health. Also look for a good calcium magnesium supplement. Good luck