Women’s Health (general)
Are Personalized Vitamins Better Than Buying at CVS?
We’ve all been there: standing in the drugstore aisle, staring at rows upon rows of vitamins and supplements. Which ones do I really need? Will a multivitamin take care of everything? Where should I even begin?! That’s where personalized vitamins come in. Recently, companies like Binto have begun to sell personalized vitamins for a range of…
Read MoreBirth Control “Cleanses:” Beneficial or Bogus?
More and more women are opting off the pill. One survey found that 70% of women who’ve taken birth control reported they’ve stopped taking it, or have thought about going off it in the past three years. (There are both pros and cons to the pill, which we go deeper into here.) If you’re one of…
Read MoreFolate vs. Folic Acid: What’s the Difference?
Many people (even health professionals!) tend to use “folate” and “folic acid” as interchangeable terms. However, they’re two different types of nutrients altogether. And consuming too much of the fortified kind could have unintended and potentially harmful side effects. Folate and folic acid are two different forms of vitamin B9. Folate is the naturally occurring…
Read More8 Major Postpartum Changes New Moms Can Expect
Bringing a baby into the world is no small feat. While it’s easy to find endless information about getting pregnant and childbirth, what to expect after having your baby tends to be less discussed. Here at Binto, we believe the postpartum experience is just as important as — if not even more important than —…
Read MoreHow Does Stress Affect Your Fertility?
Stress comes in many forms. A fight with a family member. Looming deadlines at work. An unfair boss. Financial worries. You probably already know how stress can affect you physically. For example, maybe you tend to over-eat when stressed; or perhaps you don’t eat at all. But there’s another sneaky side effect of stress on…
Read MoreAre Tampons Really Bad for You?
It’s a rite of passage every woman goes through: getting your first period. But once the initial shock of puberty wears of, it becomes just another monthly responsibility. Most of us have become accustomed to using our go-to feminine hygiene product, which tends to be tampons. In fact, using them becomes such a regular routine…
Read MoreIUDs vs. The Pill: Which Birth Control Is Better for You?
Nearly 60 years ago, in 1960, the birth control pill made its historic debut. Initially, it was celebrated as women around the world could finally take control of their fertility. But as more and more choices to prevent pregnancy have entered the market, many women have started to question — or even disavow — their…
Read MoreIs It a Cold or The Flu?
You sense it as soon as you wake up. Your throat feels scratchy. Your head is stuffy. Your nose is dripping. Ugh, I have a cold, you think to yourself. Or is it the flu?! If you’re not sure whether your symptoms signify a cold or the flu, you’re not the only one. It can be…
Read MoreThe Best Time of Day to Take Vitamins
It’s a new year — and chances are you’re adding a few new habits to your daily routine. Hopefully, one of these involves taking your Binto supplements (if you’re not already!). If so, you might be wondering when is the best time to take your vitamins. Good news: We’ve got you covered — and it’s…
Read More7 Tips for a Happier and Healthier Holiday Break
‘Tis the season to be merry. But for many of us, it can also be the season to feel stressed, and even sad. If you’re feeling down this holiday season, you’re not alone. According to a Healthline survey, 61 percent of millennials feel some stress during the holidays. But let’s be real: No one’s holiday…
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