4/17/2018 0 Comments Period HacksDid you know that the tampon industry is a 3.1 BILLION dollar a year business? On average a woman will use 17,000+ feminine hygiene products in her lifetime. Cotton, which is used to make period products, is known as one of the DIRTIEST crops because of how heavily it’s sprayed with pesticides. Additionally, tampons contain one or more of the following: glyphosate, dioxins, chlorine bleach, synthetic fragrances, synthetic fibers, and petrochemical additives. Tampons are being inserted into women’s bodies and instantly absorbing into our delicate life giving tissues with whatever chemicals were used in making the product! Dioxin happens to be one of the most dangerous chemicals on the planet. According to Women’s Voices for the Earth "Chem Fatale" report: "Exposure to dioxins and furans has been linked to cancer, reproductive harm and endocrine disruption. Unfortunately … testing results reveal that both dioxins and pesticide residue are found in tampons." Dr. Mercola says, “Dioxins are persistent organic pollutants that are highly toxic, damage your immune system and may interfere with your hormone system.” Click to check out the rest of Mercola’s Article, Toxic Chemicals in Tampons Adding insult to injury, feminine hygiene products are regulated as a “medical device,” but are taxed at the sales counter, UNLIKE other medical devices. According to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS), sales tax on medical devices are paid by the manufacturer, so why are we paying taxes on something that we have no choice but to use every month? Outlined below are a few bio hacks I have used to help mitigate during a moon cycle. Let me know what you have used or want you want to try. Tell me what else you want to hear about. HACK #1 DIVA CUP The alternative I use and swear by is the Diva Cup, which resembles a diaphragm, allowing you to eliminate tampons altogether. As a vetted Diva Cup user for well over 5 years, I feel grateful to be able to avoid the use of toxic tampons. There are 2 types of Diva Cups for our changing bodies. Type one for if you are under 30 years old or have not had a child, type 2 is for women who are over 30 and or have had a child. A few benefits of the Diva Cup include:
Q: Is the Diva Cup expensive? A: Yes, but when you factor in you’ll use it once a month for up to two years it pays for itself, while saving you money and environmental impact. Q: How do I keep it clean? A: I suggest using Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap each time you empty your cup. It can also be boiled in water for 20 minutes. Q: How long can I use it for? A: Regularly wash it and store the cup in a breathable pouch, you’ll be able to reuse the cup for up to two years. HACK#2 SUNLIGHT/PHOTOBIOMODULATION Women have the highest mitochondria (energy power houses of the body) in their ovaries. The highest density of mitochondria are found in your eyes, heart, and brain, but for women, can have up to 10 times the amount of mitochondria in our ovaries than the brain. The reason: we make life! Did you know you can stimulate your mitochondria or “power house” cells from food AND sunlight? You probably know through simple biology that the food you eat is converted to generate adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is what gives our body energy to do things. Science has found that ATP production can be stimulated in response to near-infrared exposure. We get that near-infrared via sunlight and the correct spec of red light emitting devices. Very simply, the RIGHT light delivers an energy boost to your cells, which provide an array of benefits, number one being anti-inflammatory. Q: How much sunlight/red light do I need a day? A: At least 10 minutes with minimal clothing for the sun. For a red light device, 10 minutes front and 10 minutes back. Q: Is it ok for my eyes? A: For sunlight don’t stare directly into it, but gaze. For a red light device studies show it is helpful for your eyes, as you have a high content of mitochondria and it is responsible for modulating your sleep/wake cycles (circadian clock). Q: How long until I notice results? A: Some people will feel benefits of reduced inflammation, anxiety, depression, pain, and wound healing immediately, while others may take days. But overall, improvements in health or skin-related benefits take 8-12 weeks of consistent use. I both use and suggest the Joovv red light device and Gemba red panel. Consistently using the red light devices, I specifically have noticed a reduction of moodiness, back pain, low energy, menstrual cramps, and fatigue. When you visit https://joovv.com or https://gembared.com and use the code Ttgfit for a discount on either device on their websites. Then you will see why I call it the most worthwhile buy to date yet. FACT: I’ve got 99 problems during my cycle and red light therapy solves like 87 of them…. HACK #3 COCONUT CHARCOAL Taken orally activated coconut charcoal binds to toxins and gas to filter them out of the body. The primary uses of activated coconut charcoal are for general detoxification and alleviation of bloating and gas. It can also be used to reduce body odor from within, which helps at that time of the month with feeling uncomfortable in our lower regions. PSA: You want to make sure your charcoal is from coconut shells NOT other sources. I made that mistake at first and bought charcoal that had heavy metals in it. I like Bulletproof brand. Besides being a menstrual hack you can use charcoal to:
HACK #4 HEMP OIL Scientists now understand that we naturally (endo) produce endocannabinoinds, which are receptors that help regulate our bodies’ behavior in a myriad ways, from motor function, to appetite, and the sensation of pain. And plant-based cannabinoids, also known as phytocannabinoids, seem to be capable of picking up the slack in some ways when our bodies aren’t producing enough to manage our pain. Numerous scientific studies suggest CBD can help with many different forms of pain. In a Feb. 2003 study published in Clinical Rehabilitation, a team of researchers from Oxford examined the benefits of CBD, THC, and a combination of both in patients who suffered from “neurogenic” pain (meaning their pain originated in their nervous system). Most of the 24 patients in the study suffered from multiple sclerosis, but others had pain from spinal cord injuries or limb amputation. The study’s subjects regularly took one or more of the substances, or a placebo, at home, for two weeks while periodically reporting into the clinic. “Pain relief associated with both THC and CBD was significantly superior to placebo,” the researchers’ wrote. Not only did the patients experience significant relief, but in some cases other unpleasant symptoms like muscle spasms were also alleviated. Q: Will hemp oil make you ‘high’? A: I want to make it clear that hemp oil and marijuana are considered two distinct things. Hemp seed oil comes from the tall growing varieties of cannabis. However, it does not contain THC – the primary psychoactive compound in marijuana. Q: Will it make me hungry? A: A 2007 study published in the Journal of Nutrition, found hemp oil’s GLA (gamma-linoleic acid) content actually supports weight loss. You know how we feel like we have that “bottomless pit day”? Well, GLA works as a natural appetite suppressant to help you feel full longer. GLA also reduces sugar cravings to help lower your overall calorie intake, as well as to curb inflammation. Try adding hemp seed oil to a smoothie in the morning to help curb excess hunger throughout your day. I am sure we can all use hemp oil to alleviate the symptoms of our cycle. Research has found that hemp contains all of the essential amino acids and essential fatty acids that are necessary for human life. Hemp is also considered to be the most balanced oils for nutrition found in nature as well as easily digestible, too. All of this combined together, provides many wonderful benefits for health as well as beauty, inside and out. Q: With all the hemp oils on the market which is the cleanest sourced and most bio available? A: In my experience trying different oils, Prime My Body (PMB) is by far my favorite available on the market, as well as the cleanest. As you know as stated from the beginning, there are toxins in everything we use and take, especially being a female. It is said women wear 4 times the chemicals men do…daily!! PMB is manufactured from Quick Silver Scientific which is the leading company for heavy metal testing and superior supplements. Each hemp oil batch comes with certifications so I can be assured there is nothing tainted in my plant medicine. Also PMB has the quickest and most bioavailable system on the market which means you’ll experience instant relief like myself and others.
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