Tag: healthcare
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PCOS, Control, and Healing My Relationship With Food
The post illustrates a personal journey through eating disorders linked to PCOS, highlighting struggles with body image and the pursuit of control. After a traumatic experience, the author realized the harmful effects of her unhealthy habits. Through therapy, self-love, and nutrition education, she developed a healthier relationship with food and fitness, ultimately embracing joy and…
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My Experience with Menstrual Pain and Healthcare
In hindsight, I’ve always been more comfortable with myself than I realized. Living with PCOS has taught me that womanhood looks different for everyone. From pain and misdiagnosis to self-advocacy and healing, I’ve learned to tune out the noise, honor my body, and define womanhood on my own terms.
Kareema | The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 