Online, anyone can sound like a professional. Of course, not everyone is — and that means a lot of bad information circulates on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. And one subject that the wellness influencer set loves to talk about is menstrual cycle phases.
You may have scrolled passed videos that discuss what it feels like to be on your luteal phase, for instance, or how to optimize your follicular phase, or how to . But is any of that information really legit? One thing that's true is that the menstrual cycle is a vital sign of overall health. "Knowing where you are in the menstrual cycle can help with fertility planning, menstrual planning, and recognizing symptoms," says , MD, ob-gyn and author of "PCOS SOS: A Gynecologist's Lifeline to Naturally Restore Your Rhythms, Hormones and Happiness.
" What's more, trouble with your menstrual cycle and menstrual cycle phases typically mean you're dealing with an underlying health issue, and is a sign to see a doctor. Understanding the events of the menstrual cycle — including the different menstrual cycle phases — can help you feel more prepared for it, says , MD, a pediatric, teen, and sports gynecologist. "The more knowledge one has about their body and the ways in which it changes, develops, and grows, the better they are at understanding, being patient with, being proud of, and appreciating their body," she says.
And for some people, understanding the different menstrual cycle phases and the symptoms associated with t.
