Women go through a lot of physical and psychological problems due to their menstrual cycle. Some of the common problems you might face during 7 to 10 days before your periods include cramps, bloating, backache, nausea, headache, and fatigue.
During this period there is a natural drop in the levels of progesterone hormone, this leads to the loss in the balance between the hormones progesterone and estrogen which leads to emotional problems such as depression, anxiety and, stress. Additionally, your body releases excessive levels of prostaglandins during this period which is directly involved in elevating menstrual cramps.
Home remedies listed here will help to reduce bloating, and aids in regulating the levels of progesterone and prostaglandins which will help in a great way to reduce or cure your regular menstrual problems.
Aloe Vera and Honey
Mix 1 tsp of organic honey to freshly harvested aloe vera gel. Mix it well and consume this mixture once a day for two weeks without any breaks. Aloe vera helps to balance your hormone levels and gets your menstruation cycle on track.
Ginger Tea
Add 1 tsp of freshly grated ginger to a cup of boiling water and let it steep for 10 minutes. Strain and drink this tea 2 to 3 times a day. Ginger reduces cramps, and inhibits the production of prostaglandins, and helps to normalize the periods.
Chamomile Tea
Prepare chamomile tea using 2 to 4 teaspoons of herb or using chamomile tea bags. Drink this tea two to three times a day. Chamomile is well known for its antispasmodic properties and it helps to regulate your periods.
Raspberry Leaf Tea
Make a tea out of raspberry tea leaves, and drink it warm two to three times a day. You can also make use of raspberry tea bags which are easily available in the local grocery stores or health food stores. Raspberry tea contains a compound called fragrance, that helps to tone the uterus and prevents cramping.
Cramp Bark Tea
Steep 1 tsp of bark in one glass of boiling water for 10 minutes, strain and drink this tea two times a day. Alternatively, you can use tincture as well. Cramp bark as the name implies will ease the menstruation cramps.
Take Vitamin B6 Supplement
Take around 25 to 50 milligrams of Vitamin B6 every day. Vitamin B6 has a mild diuretic effect that will help to reduce bloating during your periods. Additionally, you can reduce the salt intake just a week before your periods to reduce sodium levels in your body. Sodium retains water in your body and high levels of which will increase the chances of bloating.
Consume Vitamin C and Bioflavonoids
Consume 500 milligrams of Vitamin C and 500 milligrams of Bioflavonoids in the morning and in the evening. Both of these supplements will strengthen the walls of the blood vessels and prevents excessive bleeding.
Try Chaste Tree Supplement
Take 225 milligrams of chaste tree capsule every day. Alternatively, you can use 40 drops of its tincture. Chaste tree is traditionally used as a PMS remedy. Additionally, it regulates the levels of sex hormones and regulates the menstrual cycle.
Take Flaxseed Oil
Flaxseed oil is a rich source of essential fatty acids. Fatty acids will slow down and regulate the production of prostaglandins which is one of the main compounds in your body that contributes to cramps. Regulating its production will cut down cramps.
Black Cohosh Tincture
Take around 15 drops of black cohosh tincture three times a day during the last two weeks of your period cycle. This traditional herb is antispasmodic in nature so it relaxes the uterus and brings down cramping.
