Ever noticed your menstrual blood is darker in colour than at other times during your period? In this blog post, we discuss the different colours of period blood and what they could mean in terms of your health. 

At theblood, one of the fundamental things we're committed to is closing the gender data gap in healthcare. One crucial aspect of this lies in understanding the menstrual cycle and its various disorders that can disrupt it. After you have read this article, you will have a good knowledge of how the menstrual cycle functions and what potential bleeding patterns, and menstrual disorders exist.

Period blood can have a variety of smells, and what is considered "normal" can vary from person to person. However, certain smells can indicate a problem with your menstrual health. This article breaks down each smell and tells you what to look out for and what each smell can mean in terms of your health.

Everything you need to know about menstruation and the menstrual cycle; your menstrual health 101.