Abstract
AbstractMany menstruators around the world have limited access to education about menstruation and to sanitary methods for managing menstruation. The use of sanitary products is influenced by economic status, proximity to resources, education, and cultural beliefs. Improper use of sanitary products or lack thereof can lead to major health issues. Plastic-based, commercial pads take decades to degrade and cause harm to the environment and pose health risks to menstruators. To combat the lack of education and accessibility to menstrual products, there is a need to develop inexpensive, environmentally friendly, and culturally acceptable menstrual hygiene pads. Organic sanitary pads have been developed with locally available materials, such as water hyacinth, banana stems, bamboo, papyrus, hemp, and cotton. These sanitary pads have the potential to create better health and economic outcomes for menstruators across the globe and reduce the environmental footprint.
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