Period’s color is a significant indicator of a woman’s reproductive health. Different colors of period blood can show different stages of your period. Is your period blood a different color than normal? First of all it is important to know that period blood can range from pink to rust colored, but what does each color mean?
We thought it would be very helpful to de-code your period colors. Today, we will tell you how to de-code your period color to see what is normal and when you should be alarmed.
After all, your period can tell you a lot about your health…
If it’s pinkish
You will see light pink blood if you have a very light flow. It could also mean you’re dealing with low estrogen levels because of which your period color turns pinkish.
If it’s light & watery-looking…
This color could be a sign of poor blood quality, less red blood cell production and you may have nutrient deficiencies.
If it’s dark brown…
Does it sound a bit odd? But it happens! Brown blood is old blood. No need to worry, this is normal. At the beginning or end of your period cycle, your blood can be a dark brown and can have a thick consistency
If it’s a bright, cranberry red…
Bright red period blood is newer & fresh blood meaning it’s recently been shed by your body.
If it is black
If you’re bleeding black blood, this indicates that the blood is older. When your body doesn’t shed blood for a long time, the blood begins to dry and turns brown, or slightly black.
What can cause irregular period and other health problems
* Unsafe sex
* Unhealthy addictions.
* Junk food
* Unhealthy lifestyle
* Unhygienic routine
* Hormonal Imbalance
Stay healthy ladies!
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