Episode 58 - Menstrual Traditions in India with Mehvish Khan

🐚Topics coveredMehvish's personal journey into menstrual health and her cultural background in Gujarat, IndiaAncient Indian practices around menstruation, including celebrations of first menstruation in South IndiaThe concept of menstrual seclusion and its original purpose of providing rest and healingSacred materials like Darbha grass mats used during menstruation for their healing propertiesThe impact of colonialism on the preservation and misinterpretation of ancestral practicesFood myths and restrictions during menstruation in Indian cultureAncient temples in India dedicated to menstruating goddesses, including the Kamakhya Temple in AssamThe sacred view of menstrual blood and respectful disposal practicesChallenges in rural areas regarding menstrual education and product accessThe ongoing "menstrual revolution" happening across IndiaAbout Mehvish Khan Mehvish Khan is a Functional Nutritionist, Menstrual Cycle Coach, and Women's Health Practitioner based in Gujarat, India. Coming from a rich cultural background that blends ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern nutritional science, Mehvish is passionate about helping women understand their menstrual cycles and connect with their bodies. She conducts menstrual awareness sessions in schools and rural communities, working to bridge the gap between ancestral healing practices and contemporary health education. Her work focuses on preserving the sacred aspects of menstruation while promoting practical health education and access to menstrual products.Where to find MehvishInstagram: @corehealthbalance Website: Coming soonAbout the HostI’m Iris Josephina—functional hormone specialist, orthomolecular hormone coach, and entrepreneur. Through Cycle Seeds and The Inner Rhythms Podcast, I support people in reconnecting with their cyclical nature, deepening body literacy, and reclaiming hormonal harmony from a place of sovereignty and embodied knowledge. Most people know me from Instagram, where I share stories, tools, and inspiration on cyclical living, menstrual cycles, fertility, hormones and more. Let’s stay connected:📸 Instagram: @cycleseeds📧 Join my newsletter: https://www.cycleseeds.com/💻 Visit the Cycle Seeds website: https://www.cycleseeds.com/📝 Check out the blog: https://www.cycleseeds.com/blog🎓 Holistic Hormone & Cycle Coaching Certification Training: https://www.cycleseeds.com/hhcc-training-2025-selfstudy-vip📚Join my courses: https://www.cycleseeds.com/courses-masterclasses📊 Chart Your Cycle Masterclass: https://cycleseeds.plugandpay.nl/checkout/chart-your-cycle-97