As a woman or person assigned female at birth, your health needs are constantly changing and evolving throughout the course of your life.
From navigating periods to pregnancy to menopause, it’s not a straightforward journey for everyone and certainly isn’t always easy.
But there are specific things you can do to help maintain your overall health to ensure you’re taking care of and nurturing your body in a way that’s right for you.
Let's explore how you can stay on top of your health, from putting the right things into your body to keeping in touch with what’s going on inside so you can continue to live life to the fullest.
Women’s healthcare products for a healthy body
Especially when standardised healthcare often revolves around the needs of men, it can be difficult to access the kind of products you need to keep your body strong and healthy as a woman or person assigned female at birth.
That’s why at Crowley’s Pharmacy, we’ve curated a line of the best women’s health products specifically tailored to accommodate the needs of women of all ages.
Let’s dive into some essentials that will help you keep up with your health, available online or in-store at our West Cork pharmacy.
Supplements for women
You know you should take a multivitamin daily to keep your immune systems strong and help your body function normally.
But when it comes to supplements, there’s no one-size-fits-all, especially for women.
Your age, lifestyle, and overall health depend on what you should take. Let’s explore some common supplements you may need to adopt into your everyday habits.
Iron: To help replenish your body and keep energy levels balanced, take an iron supplement while on your period or a pregnancy iron supplement if you’re expecting.
Folic acid: If you’re hoping to conceive or are pregnant, it’s highly advisable to actively take folic acid for foetal development.
Probiotics: To ensure healthy bacteria levels in the gut and vagina, you should take a probiotic made especially for women.
Multivitamins: You lead a busy lifestyle, so taking a multivitamin that supports your body’s needs as a woman is essential.
50+ supplement: As we age, we need to support the health of our joints and bones by taking a specific 50+ supplement.
Menopause
Menopause is not talked about enough, making it a confusing and isolating experience for many women.
Maintaining your physical health while managing your symptoms can help you navigate the change in a way that is comfortable for you.
It’s recommended to take a specific menopausal supplement to support your body throughout menopause and afterwards, so you can continue to live your life to the fullest with a healthy and happy body.
Period care
Everyone experiences periods differently, but one universal thing is the desire to feel comfortable while menstruating.
A big part is finding the right period products that work for you, feel comfortable for your body, and support your lifestyle.
When menstrual cramps start to interfere with everyday life, managing the symptoms of physical pain with effective pain relief is essential.
General tips for maintaining a healthy body
Now, let’s look at some healthy habits to incorporate into your everyday life to encourage your overall health and well-being as a woman.
Eat a balanced diet with plenty fresh fruit and veg
To support all the changes your body goes through from week to week, it’s crucial to eat well and give your body the nutrients it needs by eating plenty of vegetables, fresh fruits, proteins, oily fish, and whole grains.
If you need to lose weight for health purposes, don’t resort to old diet culture fads that can damage your long-term health. Try to cut down on sugary snacks and drinks, eat fewer calories, and focus on leading a healthier lifestyle overall.
Take care of your emotional and mental health
Women have a lot of responsibilities, making it hard to find the time to look after themselves. It’s super important to take care of your emotional and mental well-being, whether that’s practising simple acts of self-care or speaking to a professional therapist.
Slow down, listen to your body, especially during your cycle, and prioritise yourself whenever you can.
Look after your reproductive and sexual health
When you are of age, you must schedule your women’s health checkups, such as smear tests and breast checks, to monitor the potential risk or presence of breast and ovarian cancer.
If you’re on contraception, ensure your chosen method still works for you and agrees with your body. Order at-home STI checks if you need them, too.
Be aware of high blood pressure
Especially as we get older, we are at increased risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. Schedule regular visits to your GP to monitor your heart health and cholesterol while ensuring you’re doing your part to reduce your risk by getting regular exercise, eating well, and managing stress as best you can.
Talk to our health professionals at Crowley’s Pharmacy today to get help navigating your health
You deserve to live a happy and healthy life, and the best way to do that is by understanding how to look after your body.
Drop into our Dunmanway pharmacy to chat with our friendly pharmacists and explore our women’s health range, or shop online today.
