1 Try to get 100% DV per day of dietary fiber; vitamins A, C, and D; calcium; potassium; and iron. 2  Try to stay below 100% DV per day for total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol, and below 65% DV (1,500 milligrams) for sodium.  Try to keep trans fats as low as possible.
Quick Answer. A typical menstrual cycle is between 24 and 34 days long. However, some women have an even shorter cycle which can cause two periods in one month, according to the New York Times. While a short menstrual cycle can be completely normal for an individual woman, bleeding twice in one month can also be a signal of an underlying disorder; visiting the doctor to discuss any abnormal bleeding is advised.
If a fertilized egg does not implant in the wall of your uterus after ovulation, the lining sheds. This is your menstrual period. Menstruation happens every month because you did not get pregnant. A regular menses (or period) occurs, on average, every 28 days or about 14 days after a regular ovulation. When your body does not function properly to cause ovulation, then your menstruation does not come regularly.