Painful
periods can disrupt your life every month, and when you are on your period, you
might not want to do anything except lie down and relax. Menstrual cycles that
cause discomfort and pain can be both physically and emotionally exhausting,
and while painkillers can provide some temporary relief, taking them too often
isn’t good for your body. Thankfully, there are several natural remedies that
you can try both when you are in pain and throughout the month to reduce the
effects of a painful period and help you stay in control no matter what time of
the month it is.
Be Prepared
Being ready
for your period to arrive can help you ensure that you are prepared with
everything that you need to make it more comfortable for you. In addition,
knowing when your period is due can help you time any activities that will help
to relieve pain, such as eating certain foods, focusing on staying more
hydrated or getting more exercise so that, when your period arrives, it is less
painful. A period tracking app can be one of the easiest and most effective ways to do this.
Preventative Measures
Once your
period starts, there might be little that you can do to relieve painful cramps
or slow down heavy bleeding. However, once you have an idea of when you period
is due, there are several preventative measures that you can take to relieve a
painful period once you have it. You can try something like Kratom; this is a great supplement to
consider taking either in tablet form or with your food and drink to reduce
anxiety and tension, boost your mood and relieve PMS symptoms, and help you
feel more energized and motivated in general. Drinking apple cider vinegar
before your period has also been shown to lead to less painful cramps and a
lighter, shorter period.
Reduce Bad Diet Habits
Everyone
enjoys a treat now and again, but it’s important to bear in mind how certain
dietary habits can impact your period. Alcohol, excess salt, and caffeine can
all make period symptoms worse, so resisting these cravings can be one of the
best ways to reduce your risk of bloating and painful cramps. If you struggle
to get going in the morning without your cup of coffee, make some simple changes
like taking it half-caffeinated instead to reduce symptoms without being too
cranky.
Exercise More
While
working out might not be the first thing that you want to do when you have your
period, the truth is that getting your body moving can be an ideal way to
reduce painful period cramps. And, you don’t have to wait until your period to
start exercising more – exercising regularly throughout the month can have a
massive impact on how you feel when your period arrives. Exercise releases
beta-endorphins, which act as natural pain relievers. If you’re not feeling up
to an intense workout when you’re on your period, gentle exercise like yoga or walking can have the
same effect.
Use a Heat Pad
A heating
pad or a hot water bottle can be a great product to have for when you are on
your period. The heat will help to relax the muscles that are contracting and
causing the cramps. And the best part is that even if you’re too busy to get in
bed or on the couch with your hot water bottle, you can get adhesive heating
pads that are ideal for using on the go to relieve your symptoms wherever you
are.
Painful
periods don’t have to bring your life to a halt every month with these
effective natural ways to manage the symptoms.
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