There's an effective, environmentally friendly option for people with periods, and few know about it, research says

By Nina Avramova, CNN

Updated 2230 GMT (0630 HKT) July 16, 2019

Women who are menstruating have options. Period panties, like these created by <a href="http://www.shethinx.com/pages/faq" target="_blank">Thinx</a>, are absorbent and moisture-wicking. They're reusable and replace panty liners or tampons for some women on some days of their cycle.
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Women who are menstruating have options. Period panties, like these created by Thinx, are absorbent and moisture-wicking. They're reusable and replace panty liners or tampons for some women on some days of their cycle.
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Disposable pads with an adhesive back are a popular option for women who are menstruating.
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Disposable pads with an adhesive back are a popular option for women who are menstruating.
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