ADVERTISEMENT

4 home remedies for menstrual pain

Applying heat is another one of amazing natural remedies for period pain.

 

Although having a period is entirely natural, it’s also very painful for a lot of women, both physically and emotionally.

Women's uterus contracts to help expel its lining during their period. Hormone-like substances, called prostaglandins, which are involved in pain and inflammation, trigger the uterine muscle contractions.

For some women, their cramps might even interfere with their work, school, and daily activities. About three out of four women experience menstrual pains, and every one out of 10 women experiences severe cramps.

To help you get through the monthly visit, here are some home remedies that ease menstrual cramps.

ADVERTISEMENT

This might sound a little crazy and you might be thinking to yourself, I can barely move, let alone exercise. However, brisk walking, or any type of physical activity, can help to ease your belly pain.

When you're doing any type of aerobic exercise, your body is pumping more blood; this helps to release endorphins to counteract the prostaglandins and reduce your cramps.

Exercising three to four times a week is good for the overall health of your body, but it is especially important if you're prone to painful menstrual cramps.

ADVERTISEMENT

Yes, that's right orgasms help to relieve all kinds of pain, including menstrual cramps. Before an orgasm, the uterus is more relaxed, and at the moment of climax, blood flow increases, helping to relieve the cramps. Orgasm relieve the pain through the release of endorphins, which help you to feel instantly better.

They also help to relax your whole body and induce sleep so you won't feel any cramping at all, according to medicaldaily.com.

Prevention is always better than the cure, which is why making sure your body has enough vitamin D is important in preventing menstrual cramps. A study found that high doses of vitamin D3 led to a significant decrease in menstrual cramps.

ADVERTISEMENT

Caffeine can cause your muscles to contract more. Water, meanwhile, is the most natural substance on the planet. Swap coffee for water during your period as the former will increase blood flow and can relax tense muscles.

JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!

Unblock notifications in browser settings.
ADVERTISEMENT

Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:

Email: eyewitness@pulse.com.gh

ADVERTISEMENT