Blood tests are one of the most common and important diagnostic tools used and are very beneficial in helping assess overall health and well-being. Measuring certain biomarkers within blood provides valuable information regarding overall health, and the functioning of different organs and can even be used for the diagnosis of specific health conditions. What biomarker you test, ultimately comes down to what you want to know. But it’s worth knowing that not all biomarkers are appropriate to test. This post aims to provide valuable information on testing and biomarkers, and help you be a bit smarter when it comes to knowing what biomarkers to test in the future.

Period leave is a type of paid leave that menstruators can take off from work when they are experiencing menstrual pain and discomfort. It is also sometimes referred to as menstrual leave or menstrual health leave.

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.

It’s time to talk about periods, because quite frankly… we don’t talk about them enough. Why are periods such a taboo subject? Why should we be talking more about them?

Physical health, menstrual health, mental health… it all MATTERS. And that’s why theblood wants to talk about it all because health and knowledge are EVERYTHING! In this post, we are going to share with you six biomarkers that influence mental health. We will discuss what these biomarkers are and how you can take actionable steps to improve your mental health by trying to normalise these biomarkers.

theblood tests menstrual blood and provides you with insights based on certain biomarkers.. but do you know what a biomarker even is? If not, this is the post for you, as we go through exactly what a biomarker is and why it is important so the next time you hear or see the word related to your health, you'll be all clued up!

Hormonal acne around the time of your period, glowing skin, dry and dull skin - have you noticed how your skin changes throughout your menstrual cycle? This is why one skincare routine with the same approach is not always going to help in every phase of the menstrual cycle. So what can you do? Read this post to get a heads up on how to sync your skincare routine to your menstrual cycle to help your skin get what it needs, at the right time.

Menstrual blood has long been thought of as nothing more than a waste product by everyone… until now.

In this post, we will open up a discussion about the gender health gap, which in turn, will help close the gender health gap. We discuss what the gender health gap is, and why it exists and more importantly, how it affects people’s lives today.

Have you ever felt more tired than usual during your period? Low energy, not very productive? There is an explanation for why you feel like this… period fatigue. Yup, it’s a thing and it sucks! BUT, there are ways to help manage it and prevent it, which we talk about in this blog post!

Discover the fascinating concept of cycle syncing and its impact on exercise performance. In this blog post, we explore how aligning your workouts with your menstrual cycle can optimize your fitness journey. From the energizing follicular phase to the strength of the ovulation phase and the importance of self-care during menstruation, we provide practical exercise recommendations for each menstrual cycle phase. Learn how to listen to your body, personalize your approach, and unlock the benefits of cycle syncing exercise. Embrace the power of your menstrual cycle and achieve greater results in your fitness routine. Join us on this transformative journey towards holistic well-being and optimal performance.