The internet, with its vast amount of knowledge, is an incredibly helpful tool, perhaps the greatest invention of the last few centuries. Its ability to be a never-ending source of shared knowledge offers countless benefits daily. No topic is beyond reach if you know where to look. Mysteries that would have remained unsolved can now be solved with a few clicks. Many old myths have been debunked online, and life-hacks have become common knowledge.

For instance, have you ever wondered why your underwear sometimes has bleach stains? Many women have asked the same question online. It’s completely normal to discover lighter patches in women’s underwear due to the acidic nature of the vagina, with a pH range of 3.8-4.5. Dr. Vanessa MacKay from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists explains that a healthy vagina can bleach fabric. The National Institutes of Health states that the vaginal pH typically fluctuates from 3.8 to 5.0. Dr. MacKay adds, “Disturbing the natural balance can lead to infections, but it’s perfectly normal and healthy for women to have clear or white discharge.”