Ten Menstrual Cycle Myths

One myth is that bathing will increase or slow your menstrual flow. In some cultures, an old wives’ tale says serious consequences, even cancer, will be suffered if you bathe or shower on the first day of a period. Thankfully, there is no truth to these warnings. If anything, you may want to bathe more often, to feel as fresh and clean as possible to avoid unpleasant odors during menstruation.