PERIOD PAIN HOME REMEDIES: NATURAL & AYURVEDIC SOLUTIONS FOR MENSTRUAL CRAMPS
the key point to reduce period pain is relaxing uterine muscles which can improve blood fllow.Lets explore some methods or remedies to relax our uterine muscles resulting in less period cramps.
5/10/20263 min read
I don’t think there could be a single lady who have not experienced period cramp during her fertile phase, it is a very common condition and could be mild, moderate or severe making our life miserable. Also its intensity can varies from cycle to cycle. The main culprit behind this is the release of prostaglandins. Higher prostaglandin leads to more uterine contractions which ultimately causes the pain due to reduced uterine blood flow. This may cause headache, nausea and diarrhoea in some women.
So, the key point to reduce period pain is relaxing uterine muscles which can improve blood flow. Today we are going to explore some methods or remedies to relax our uterine muscles resulting in less period cramps.
1. HEAT THERAPY
A warm compress relaxes the muscles and improves blood flow,this is the easiest and available for all method.Just take a hot water bag or you can take hot water filled on a bottle and keep it over your lower abdomen for 20 min, 2 to 3 times.
2. ABDOMINAL BREATHING
Deep abdominal breathing can promote relaxation to uterine muscles which will help to reduce period pain.To practice this, simply lie down on your back, bent your knees and bring closer to your bottom and keep your palms on your abdomen,inhale slowly through your nose allowing your stomach to expand,exhale slowly through your mouth.Repeat this for 15 minutes focusing on your breath allowing your body to relax.
3. PERIOD PAIN RELIEF TEA
Rather than using anti spasmodics u should try this2 -3 days before your periods.This not only help you in releaving period pain but it also helps to clear your period flow due to its vaatashamak properties.Take 1 glass of water and add 1 tsf fennel seeds,1tsfajwain (carom seeds),10 gm jaggery and little bit of ginger.Boil this to ½ glass and sip this twice a day. This can help you to lower your
Period cramps if you take this for 3 months.
4. CASTOR OIL APPLICATION
Applying castor oil on your lower abdomen can help reducing inflammation and relieve your period pain.To use castor oil,warm it slightly and massage gently over your lower abdomen for 5 minutes.Keeping hot water bag on abdomen after castor oil massage could be more helpful.
5. YOG ASAN
Some yoga postures can effectively relieve period cramps and other period symptoms.the most effective from one of that pose is suptabhadrasan.For this , lie on your back with knees bent,take your knees apart and join your sole.This can help to stetch your inner thigh,groin and hips which increases blood flow to the lower abdomen by which reducing period pain and discomfort.
6. Eat magnesium rich food
Magnesium helps in reducing period cramps by relaxing uterine muscles,lowering pain causing prostaglandins, reducing inflammation and relieving symptoms like cramps, bloating and irritability.Including magnesium-rich foods in your daily diet can make a significant difference.
Magnesium rich foods
1. Seeds – Pumpkin, sesame, flax
2. Nuts – Almonds, Cashews, Peanuts
3. Green leafy – Spinach, Methi (fenugreek )
4. Fruits – Banana, Avocado
5. Other – Dark Chocolate, whole grains, coconut water
Most women are deficient in magnesium due to stress, processed food consumption and poor sleep, so consistency is more important to fulfil daily requirements.
These are the 5 most important remedies for reducing period pain.
Some key points to keep in mind-
Ø You must avoid sour salty processed food.Take home cooked balanced diet.
Ø Take Magnesium rich fruits like banana,nuts and spinach regularly.
Ø Keep yourself hydrated,drink 2 to 3 liters of water everyday,hydration makes cramps better.
Ø Add ginger and turmeric to your diet which has natural anti-inflammatory properties.
Ø 6 sets of suryanamaskar on daily basis for reducing PMS
When to see a doctor?
If you experience very severe pain in every cycle which lasts for more than 3 days or it disrupts your daily life or you have heavy bleeding or vomiting and dizziness, you must visit a doctor because it may indicate conditions like endometriosis or PCOS.
Period pain is very common, but it doesn’t have to control your life. With these simple home remedies and practices you can effectively manage cramps.
After doing all, you still have to deal with moderate or severe period pain every month, and want an ayurvedic solution with complete guidance rather than only medicines you can book consultation.