10 Most Bizarre Menstruation Myths

For guests who come every month, a woman familiar with the period, including the myth-the myth. But not all the myths of menstruation can be trusted. Here are 10 myths about menstruation that you should not believe.

1. Menstruation Streamlining Drinking Soda

So far, there is no medical review showing the relationship sodas or soft drinks that can facilitate and expedite the completion of the period.

2. Do not Drink Ice At menstruation

Drinking cold water or ice during menstruation can make flatulence, as a result of acid reflux. But it can happen to anyone, not just women who are menstruating. Cold water does not give any effect at the time of menstruation. While indeed, be a little warm water to relieve cramps or menstrual pain.

3. It may not Swim When Menstruation

Swim during menstruation may be, you can wear pads instead of tampons. Tampons absorb menstrual fluid without and still make it comfortable even swimming. But if my stomach still feels cramps, should avoid swimming.

4. Associated Menstruation Not Be Intimate While Pregnant

This myth is simply not true, a woman can still get pregnant even though she was having sex during menstruation. Although the possibility of pregnancy is greatest at the time of ovulation, a woman's menstrual was still able to undergo fertilization and pregnancy.

5. Bandages That Dangerous

Bandages are the things that can keep women remain comfortable during menstruation. Fluids are accommodated by the pads will make the activity is not disrupted. However, some women may experience irritation. Pads should be used a maximum of 4 hours.

6. Limp and Should Not Doing Work Weight

At the time of menstruation, a woman often experience pain so it looks limp. When in fact not always the case. Blood is released by the body during menstruation only about 35ml/day. During the fit body condition and did not experience menstrual cramps or pain, every woman can do anything, as the days outside of menstruation.

7. Others Know You Are Menstruation

It is a strange myth, others will know if you tell them. Or .. case 'a tragedy' translucent skirts or pants you wear. In addition, other people will not know. Maybe they can only guess from your emotions, but do not know for sure whether or not you are having your period.

8. When Breastfeeding, Can You Not Be Pregnant

When breastfeeding, some women will experience changes in the menstrual cycle, sometimes do not come every month. This is reasonable because there are hormonal changes after childbirth. But .. does not mean you can not get pregnant while in lactation. Ovulation could come at any time without you knowing it.

9. Approaching Menopause, Normal If Menstruation Very Much

Some women who almost entered menopause often allow prolonged periods and very much. They often think "Ah .. this might be final," but it could be an indication of problems in your body. Do not dismiss this case, and consult your doctor.

10. Woman Who Was Frequently Menstruation Bear Or Shark Attacked
This myth is more developed in the West, women who are menstruating assessed more easily attacked by sharks or bears. It is caused by menstrual blood scent more easily sniff these two beasts. In fact, nothing to do. Everyone is potentially attacked by sharks or bears, while menstruating or not.

That's him some myths menstruation should not you trust. Do you have any other myths about menstruation? Please write in the comment column.