Hormones and mood
Hormones contribute to mood changes, but they are not the whole explanation. Puberty also brings sleep disruption, stress, social change and identity…
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Hormones and body changes
Hormones are chemical messengers. During puberty their levels change a lot, and they affect skin, hair, sleep, mood, appetite and periods. This section explains the mechanism without pretending hormones explain everything.
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What hormones are
Hormones are chemical messengers made by glands and carried in the blood to act elsewhere in the body. During puberty their levels change…
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Why do i feel different at different times of the month
Hormone levels rise and fall across the cycle, and energy, mood, motivation and appetite often shift with them. Plenty of people notice a pattern and plenty do not. Either way, a cycle tracker can make a pattern visible if there is one.
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- Nutrition & body image Energy, iron, protein, appetite and weight-related myths.
- Sleep & energy Why sleep shifts at puberty, tiredness, focus and recovery.
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