Does getting your period only mean one thing: painful cramps for the first few days, which subside as the bleeding gets lighter? Then you have come to the right place, as thankfully, there are a number of things you can do that may help you find relief. Even certain ingredients in your diet can profoundly impact how you feel during your period. Also read | Severe menstrual cramps? Here's what your period pain could be telling about your mental health If you battle cramps monthly, in an interview with HT Lifestyle, Mahipal Singh, founder and CEO of Revaa, and Dr Madhu Juneja, director, OBGY and IVF, Sahyadri Hospitals Momstory, Hadapsar Annexe, Pune, share their to-do list that can help period-proof your day.
How to manage menstrual pain better with diet Mahipal Singh says, “Little changes to your daily schedule might greatly help you remain calm and comfortable. A well-balanced diet high in fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce symptoms and prevent too much agony. Foods high in iron (leafy greens, almonds, lentils) and magnesium (bananas, dark chocolate) especially help to keep steady energy levels.
” Foods and drinks to have and avoid during periods Dr Madhu Juneja adds that changes in nutrition can be particularly helpful in easing discomfort associated with menstruation. She says, “It is proven that a combination of omega-3 fatty acids with vitamin E and B1 and a few minerals has been noted for reducing the intensity of menstrual cramps and optim.
