Most of the time talk of women's hygiene products is swept under the rug. Nobody seems to want to chat about tampons, pads or menstruation. For instance, did you know that synthetic feminine hygiene products contain dioxin, a known carcinogen that can be released into your body? Or that synthetic tampons can be so absorbent they increase the risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome, a potentially deadly disease?
But now that it's out in the open, let's talk about alternative options including reusable products and natural materials. Many women are switching to these alternatives because they cut down on cost, shopping trips and environmental harm.
