The unsettling truth about chemicals in tampons and pads
For millions of people around the world, tampons and menstrual pads are a monthly staple products used for days at a time, every month, for decades. But a growing body of research is raising questions about what exactly is inside those products, and whether the chemicals detected in them could pose a meaningful risk to […]
Period underwear offers teens a discreet option but there are things to know first
As absorbent underwear becomes a mainstream menstrual option, parents and teens are asking the right questions about safety, hygiene and when to make the switch. For parents raising daughters, helping a young girl navigate her first period is one of those milestones that arrives faster than expected. Alongside the familiar questions about cramps, leaks and […]
Understanding Teflon Flu: Symptoms, treatment and prevention
Common household items like nonstick pans can sometimes pose unexpected health risks. Recently, attention has been drawn to a condition known as Teflon flu, which is linked to the inhalation of fumes from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-coated cookware, commonly known as Teflon. What is Teflon flu? Teflon flu, or polymer fume fever, occurs when individuals inhale fumes […]