Menstrual cycle is basically the time period from the first day of a women’s period to the day before the next period. During this period, a number of natural processes occur in a women’s body like fluctuations in hormonal levels, change in energy levels, mood swings, breast tenderness, muscle cramps, body pain and many other changes. The length of menstrual cycle differs from women to women but on an average, the menstrual cycle is for about 28 days that’s on an average, women have their periods in every 28 days which lasts for about 4 to 8 days. The maximum length of menstrual cycle possible is 35 days.
CAUSE OF PERIODS PAIN:
Menstrual cramps and pain occur due to the contraction of muscles in the uterus during the shedding of the uterus lining. When the uterus contracts, it presses against the blood vessels which causes the squeezing of the blood vessels which cuts off the oxygen supply. That’s why periods causes pain and cramping. During your periods, the pain receptors in the body are more active which increases the contractions in the uterus. Due to the contractions, shedding and more pain, it can cause nausea, diarrhoea and headaches.
MOOD SWINGS AND BEHAVIOURAL CHANGES:
Due to the hormonal imbalances in the body during periods, it leads to mood swings and behavioural changes.
- Women tend to feel more irritated, anxious, depressed and upset during their periods
- Some women are even likely to feel emotional and often feel like crying. Get angry frequently and tend to have low self esteem during those days
- Poor concentration and focus and inability to remember and even feel loneliness
- It is also possible to have lower sexual desire and interest during the menstrual periods
- Also possible to have disturbed sleep and are tend to feel more tired and exhausted. It can also lead to various cravings during the monthly cycle.
So, today I am going to share some important tips you can follow to relieve your periods pain and weakness.
TIPS TO GET RID OF PERIODS PAIN AND WEAKNESS:
1. TAKING MEDICATIONS:
Taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) which are the primary over the counter form of medication to relieve periods pain and cramps and also helps in reducing heavy bleeding during periods. NSAIDs have ibuprofen and naproxen which helps in reducing the production of prostaglandin which are responsible for causing periods pain and crams. So taking NSAIDs can help relieve pain and cramps during periods.
2. APPLYING HEAT PAD:
Applying hot water bag or heat pad on your abdomen and lower back during your menstrual periods help relieve pain and cramps. If you don’t have heat pad or hot water bag then you can go for a warm bath or use a hot towel. Applying heat on the abdomen and lower back during your periods relieves the uterus contractions and blood vessels which improves smooth blood flow which helps in reducing periods pain, cramps and weakness.
3. ESSENTIAL OILS MESSAGE:
Massage therapy with essential oils for 15to20 minutes helps in relieving menstrual pain and cramps. Massage therapy during menstruation includes rubbing and pressing specific points and massaging softly around the lower abdomen area, side, and back area. Massaging with essential oils in the aromatherapy style gives additional benefits. The best way to massage is to mix few drops of any essential oils of your choice with a carrier oil and massaging the oil on specific point on the abdomen, side and back area by pressing and rubbing softly. By doing this for 10to15 minutes helps reducing uterus contractions and thus reduce menstruation pain, cramps and weakness.
4. ORGASMS:
Having vaginal orgasms including your whole body and also involving your spinal cord leads to the release of neurotransmitters. Having a vaginal orgasm helps trigger your brain to release neurotransmitters like endorphins and oxytocin which helps in reducing pain receptors thus decreasing periods pain and cramps. According to studies, it is also found that vaginal orgasm helps in reducing menstrual pain and cramps.
5. GO FOR EXERCISING:
We often put a hold on exercising during the menstrual periods because of the tiredness and pain. But actually doing some light physical exercise can make you feel good. Exercising promotes better circulation to the pelvic region and also helps in releasing endorphins which prevents the prostaglandins, the hormones which are responsible for causing the uterine muscles to contract during menstruation. So go for some light physical activities as it helps in relieving periods pain, cramps and weakness and can help you feel good. But make sure not to overexert yourself as it can lead to heavy bleeding and more pain and cramps
6. KEEP YOURSELF HYDRATED:
Drinking more water helps in relieving bloating and retention. Make a habit of drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water daily especially during your menstrual cycle. It you find if different to drink plain water then add some mint or lemon but stay away from salt during periods as it increases fluids retention and bloating. Also keep yourself off from drinking alcohol during periods as it promotes dehydration which increases muscle cramps. Encourage to drink more water and keep yourself hydrated to fill up the lost fluids in your body. This will help in relieving periods pain and cramps and will also help in removing weakness caused during menstruation.
7. GO FOR CHAMOMILE TEA:
Sipping some green tea during your menstruation cycle helps in reducing periods cramps and pain. As chamomile tea is loaded with anti inflammatory properties which helps in resisting prostaglandins. These hormones promotes uterus contractions thus causing pain and cramps during menstruation. So always drink some chamomile tea to reduce prostaglandins levels. Thus it will help in reducing periods pain and cramps
8. EAT A HEALTHY DIET:
Women often crave for spicy, fatty sugary or salty foods during their periods but these foods are not good for your health during your periods as such foods can increase bloating, pain and cramps. But eating a healthy balanced diet with less salt helps in removing the weakness caused during the periods. Foods with anti-inflammatory properties such as cherries, blueberries, squash, tomatoes, and bell peppers are good for relieving pain and cramps and removing weakness caused due to menstruation. Also add fishes with high omega-3 fatty acids in your diet, as they are good in reducing pain, cramps and weakness
So these were some of the tips you can follow during your menstrual cycle to relieve from pain, cramps and weakness. If you have any queries or suggestions, then share with us in the comments section💬💬
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