Trending mis/disinformation: “#pms #pmdd #birthcontrol #WomensHealth #cyclesyncing”

This trending TikTok video is not backed by the evidence and promotes misinformation.

#cyclesyncing as the answer to all health problems

Summary
This viral video implies that birth control pills keep people in their “luteal phase,” which explains “everything.” Tracking cycles and symptoms can be a powerful self-awareness tool. But many of the claims made by influencers promoting cycle syncing are not rooted in evidence and can sow mistrust in health care information.


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