According to the classical texts of Ayurveda, a healthy cycle has these qualities:
- Occurs once a month
- Is bright red without clots or mucus
- Is free of pain
- Is free of bloating
- Is free of irritability, depression, or mood-swings
- Does not stain clothing (a sign of toxins or ama)
- Has no odor that is foul
- Has an amount that is on average about four anjalees (one anjalee is the amount of liquid that fits into one of your cupped hand)
- Has a free flow without spotting before the full flow, and with little spotting afterwards
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