Chronic stress raises cortisol, which can disrupt estrogen and progesterone balance—often leading to heavier bleeding, worse cramps, and longer periods (Source: Neurobiology of Stress, 2016). Nervous-system support tools like OhmBody are designed to help calm this stress response and support cycle regulation.
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