What should every woman do to maintain good gynaecological health?
Ask the average person what the most important things in their life are and there should be a popular answer; their health. Since the dawn of time, humans have exercised and watched their diet in order to stay healthy - so why do so many women neglect their gynaecological health? There are lots of ways you can keep in tip-top shape without spending a penny or leaving the comfort of your home. From lifestyle changes to smear tests - here are the 5 things every woman should do to maintain good gynaecological health. 1) Watch your stress levels Stress is a major factor in affecting periods and period pains. Dysmenorrhea (period pain) affects most women at some point in their lives and while there is a multitude of medical conditions that can cause painful periods, stress is often involved. Stress isn’t just a feeling, it’s a chemical process our body uses to tell us something’s wrong. One of the chemicals released when feeling stressed, Cortisol, can interact...