09/08/2025
Research shows teenage period pain predicts chronic adult pain. I lived it, and I overcame it.
The conception of is directly a result of what the data confirms: teenagers with severe period pain are 76% more likely to develop chronic pain as adults.
I know this journey firsthand. I went from missing classes as a teenager with dysmenorrhea, to navigating chronic pain as a Fortune 50 professional. It wasn’t until I invested in understanding reproductive anatomy, the four phases of the menstrual cycle, human physiology, targeted nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle practices that I was able to eliminate severe pain. The ripple effects were undeniable: greater productivity, sharper focus, and stronger well-being.
This is why reproductive and menstrual health must be part of workplace health equity conversations. Chronic pain linked to reproductive health directly impacts performance, retention, and organizational outcomes. Leaders who prioritize these conversations are not only supporting employee wellness, they are safeguarding long-term productivity and innovation.
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