I'll be brief because I know how precious your time is - but besides the fact that men can do silly things, there's a very logical explanation as to why women live longer!
The Menstrual Cycle - Why a woman's period isn't so bad after all!
As the authors in this research point out: "cardiovascular risks are responsible for a five times higher mortality and three times higher morbidity in men compared with women," meaning men's hearts don't seem to be as efficient, so why?
Well, because when a women has her period, it's some insane cardio for her heart!
In fact, cardiac output is bolstered by about 20% during the second sector of the menstrual cycle and in pregnancy.
The authors state:
"This continuous biological challenge during the reproductive years creates optimal cardiovascular compliance comparable to the effects of exercise. The "jogging female heart" may explain the lower incidence of cardiovascular disease before menopause and the equalization after the menopause."
So effectively, a woman will burn more calories and experience something similiar to a cardio workout...not bad!
So the next time you personally, or a female you know complains about the menstrual cycle, kindly point them in the direction of this article for some sure smiles!
It's not always as bad as it seems.
"Stay Fit, Stay Flexed!"
Away from the menstrual cycle for a second....let's get you shredded eating your favourite foods!
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Reference
(1) Eskes T, Haanen C. Why do women live longer than men? Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2007 Aug;133(2):126-33. Epub 2007 Feb 26.
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