menstrual cycle

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During perimenopause—the period of time that can last years, before a woman’s menstrual cycle ends—dropping estrogen levels can thin and dry skin, he said, and suggested that I put lotion on before bed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Research suggests that pills which flatten the natural ebb and flow of fertility can dampen shifts in attraction that typically occur across the menstrual cycle, potentially altering initial mate choice.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

In January, a cycle coach joins the team to lead workshops on syncing not just workouts but nutrition, creativity — even finances — to the menstrual cycle.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

"We've noticed the females who are due on their menstrual cycle, gambling increases before the cycle has kicked in," she said.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

For instance, I hated swimming during PE and considered it a basic human right to use my menstrual cycle as an excuse to stay out of the water.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi