With Chocolate Week taking place 16th-22nd October, experts have found that the scent of chocolate alone can help release endorphins in the brain, and contribute to making you feel more energised and refreshed in the morning.
Skip This Food During Your Period
Dr. Kate Jameson from Youth Lab AUS highlights sugar as a top food to steer clear of while on your period. Sugar might seem like the go-to comfort food, especially with those cravings, but it can actually intensify symptoms. This is because sugar leads to quick blood sugar spikes, followed by crashes, which can leave you feeling drained and cranky. Plus, it can increase inflammation, which worsens cramps.
