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Periods are an important part of a girl's life. Every girl gets periods once a month and this is a normal thing but if this process starts at an early age then it is considered a cause of concern.
Most girls get their first period at the age of 9-10 years, which later proves harmful for their health.
Risk of early periods
There are many reasons for early periods. Now a new study has revealed that some household products contain chemicals that put girls at risk of getting their periods early when they come in contact with them.
Danger from soap to perfume
Studies have shown that these substances include musk ambrette, a fragrance used in detergents, perfumes, soaps and other products. According to a study published in Endocrinology, there are also drugs called cholinergic agonists that cause periods to start prematurely. These compounds are called 'hormone-disruptors' or endocrine-disruptors. This can impair the hormonal function of girls' bodies.
The researchers said this
Researchers at the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) examined nearly 10,000 environmental compounds and found several substances that could cause premature menstruation in girls. They said compounds like musk ambrette have the ability to stimulate receptors present in the brain. Researchers have raised concerns about musk ambrette because it is used in many personal care products.
“While being cautious, it is important for parents to use only government-approved personal care products for their children,” the researchers said.
Reasons behind early periods
According to researchers, there is not just one reason for girls getting their periods early, but there are many reasons behind it which are very important to understand. One aspect of this is the increasing obesity among girls. Now even small children are becoming obese. Girls who are obese since childhood are at a higher risk of having early periods. Apart from this, stress is also a big reason.
When we are more stressed our body releases more cortisol hormones and androgen hormones. Fat tissue converts these hormones into estrogen which leads to breast growth. This change in the level of estrogen release also signals the onset of periods in the body.
Bad chemicals present in our environment also play an important role in the early stages. Cosmetic products used by girls these days also promote it.
What steps can parents take?
The researcher says that parents should ensure that their children eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Eating a healthy and complete diet can help reduce the risk of premature puberty and menstruation.
Along with diet, regular exercise and adequate sleep are also very important. If you take care of these two things, the risk of early puberty and periods can be reduced. In some research, going to bed late and sleeping less is also associated with early puberty.
Researchers say that parents should always keep themselves prepared for such situations and should also start informing their children in advance so that they are prepared to face any situation.