The menstrual cycle, with its noise and its not a little discomfort can interfere with the normal activities of a woman. In addition to that state of tiredness and pain, this stage involves the appearance of more or less common symptoms, which occur also in the phase called pre-menstrual.
The headache, drowsiness, low blood pressure, a sense of bloating and back pains are some of the most common ailments, but nevertheless, there is a series of measures, of both food and postural habits, as well as an all-natural aid, that can alleviate these hassles and allow you to live in a stage entirely natural in the life of a woman.
The menstrual cycle lasts from 3 to 5 days even if not in all cases and not every month is so. The blood loss is often accompanied by discomfort and pain more or less common, that in some women assume a certain regularity so as to be defined as dysmenorrhea.
The stomach ache, backache, headache, rather than weakness, drowsiness and bloating are the most significant problems, with which you can live with trying to adopt attitudes and devices can soothe this condition.
First of all, you can feed in a different way, taking care to avoid food and exciting drinks in the days immediately prior to the onset of the cycle, for example, avoid coffee, tea, energy drinks (such as those with caffeine and taurine), why do not favor relaxation and stretching of the muscles and exacerbate the pain?
It best to take fresh foods, in particular, by avoiding the addition of salt as a seasoning and sausages, since in this phase the body tends to retain fluid.
Furthermore, it is preferable to increase whole foods, fiber-rich cereal, also two portions per day, to improve the intestinal transit and preventing constipation.
Menstrual pain can be combated also assuming the natural remedies, in the form of tablets and the form of infusions, as well as supplements. One of the most effective natural remedies is magnesium, a mineral then, many of which are rich in green leafy vegetables such as broccoli, kale, cabbage and legumes.
It can also be taken as a supplement already ten days before the onset of the cycle, to promote the psychological well-being was, soothe the state of irritability in addition to muscle relaxation.
A homeopathic remedy for pains in the stomach comes from cuprum acetum, by the action anti-inflammatory. In addition, there is the dandelion, is an excellent diuretic and as a decoction, can be used to combat water retention.
Other remedies may be represented by a lifestyle constantly focused on the psycho-physical so even during the period of the cycle you should not give up physical activity, certainly not suited to this condition as running or swimming, but also a walk daily or 10 minutes of back exercises can greatly improve back pain and a sense of rigidity.
One of the most suitable activities to promote muscle relaxation is yoga and even some Pilates exercises, but must be adapted to their needs these days, movements are more favorable and less bold. Also wear underwear made of natural fiber and avoid synthetic fabrics can ‘improve that sort of feeling of “never feel at ease.”
