Ladies, Why is that we always seem so embarrassed by our periods? is this feeling brought to fruition based on our own discomforts? Or is it merely societal pressure brought on by bias “norms” – we are taught very little about menstruation and sexual health in the United States, which is pretty astounding; did you know that only 13 states have required schools to teach sexEd with factual scientific data?! now you may be asking yourself, how do pads and sexual education correlate? Well, they are heavily intertwined. Many young girls simply do not know much about (or have access to) feminine hygiene products much less how they are sourced and the effects these materials have on their health.
Do you ever wonder why that pad you put on an hour ago is leaking and has that unpleasant “period smell” ladies we all have that fear in the back of our minds that others can smell us whilst bleeding, right? you see, Regular pads often contain various harmful substances, such as formaldehyde, acetone, heavy metals, dioxin, and others. It has been proven that all of the above may cause allergies, skin irritation and that prolonged exposure may lead to more serious health issues. Some of the elements are believed to be harmful hormone disruptors and carcinogens. These can have numerous effects on the human body, let’s circle back to that odor issue; normal pads may offer “protection” in the form of fragrances again leading to skin irritation and you guessed it, odor and bacteria, it takes a mere 20 minutes for bacteria to start multiplying and it does not take long for you to start feeling itchy, irritated, or even for the development of rashes. Now, who needs that?
I love that Genial Day uses Anion silver strips with silver and tourmaline in their pads, now what does this do you may ask? Anions (or what are more commonly known as Negative Ions) – when pertinent to water, Negative Ions and Positive ions (Cation) according to various reports from the Australian water co. – anions (Negative Ions) are beneficial to the body but cation (Positive Ions) has very adverse effects on our body. This is summarised in the following report.
The effects of anion and cation
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Anions stabilize the blood pressure, while cation increases the blood pressure.
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Anions reduce blood sugar levels, while cation increases blood sugar.
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Anions strengthen heart motions, while cation weakens it.
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Anions stabilize the respiration, while cation makes respiration more difficult.
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Anions help us to recover from fatigue, while cation worsens it.
In addition to the benefits listed above; This unique combination of naturally found elements neutralizes unpleasant odor and prevents harmful bacteria from multiplying in your pad. It also provides protection from illnesses that may be caused by exposure to bacteria. Tourmaline is known for its qualities that promote health and well-being; it is used in a variety of industries, including medicine and cosmetics.
It is not a secret that Tampons, pads and panty liners along with their packaging and individual wrapping generate more than 200,000 tonnes of waste per year, and they all contain plastic! – in fact, pads are around 90% plastic! The average user throws away an astonishing 125 to 150kg of tampons, pads, and applicators in their lifetime! – with climate change looming over us, it is imperative we find solutions to not only the issue of feminine hygienic waste management but all waste management; along with many international brands, Genial Day, has been a catalyst in biodegradable and sustainable products. Known as seiri shoriyou hin in Japanese (生理処理用品 /しりしょりようひん), you’ll find napkins, cloth napkins, tampons, and menstrual cups in Japan. – why mention Japan? Well simply because GD utilizes the same Japanese polymer as Uni Charm, the leading manufacturer in Japan, you would be lucky to find any other brand of disposables there. (polymer refers to any petroleum-based substance) What is so rad about this polymer is the fact that it is biodegradable and sustainable, it also is able to absorb ten times its weight without being heavy or feeling as though you are wearing a plastic bag.
So it really is a win-win! I strongly urge all of you to check out Genial Day the next time you purchase pads liners!
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