For
women,
menstrual
cycles
or
periods
as
it
commonly
called
is
one
of
most
painful
experiences
every
month. While some are fortunate
enough to have a pain-free periods,
a good number of others suffer
from various symptoms.
These symptoms may include
excessive bleeding, nausea,
headache, diarrhea, dizziness and
most importantly pain in the lower
abdomen, legs or even thighs known
as cramps. The pain may at times be
unbearable and might
prevent the
person affected from performing
normal activities. A cramp basically
happens due to contractions in the
uterus while disposing off unwanted
waste. And if you are one of those
who hasn't cared to be physically
active during your normal
days, it
might simply
aggravate.
Ways to reduce menstrual
pain
- Use a heating pad on your
abdomen and back which will provide
a soothing effect and also reduce
the pain to some extent.
- Avoid oily food, meat, caffeine at
all costs during the menstrual cycle.
- Banana is known to reduce the
cramp sensation. So make sure you
eat one.
- Boil three spoons of coriander
seeds in water. Filter and have the
decoction. This will help lessen the
bleeding.
- There are some who crave for
food during their
menstrual cycle.
So even while you binge on all your
favourite foods, avoid junk food.
- Make walking everyday a habit,
this would improve blood circulation
and ensure less pain during the
periods.
- There are certain asanas in Yoga
specifically to reduce
the menstrual
pain..
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