7 Natural Remedies for Menstrual Cramps

Menstruation is a natural part of a woman’s life, but for those who get menstrual cramps, it can be a tough time. Even though cramps are not usually a reason to worry, they can stop you from doing regular activities if they are very bad.Show more

A woman suffering from menstrual cramps will feel pain in the lower stomach, which can widen to the lower back and thighs. These cramps will usually lessen after the first two to three days of the period. Some women get cramps right before the start of the cycle too.

Some things may make a woman more likely to suffer from menstrual cramps, such as reaching puberty at an early age, genetics, lots of blood flow during periods, and doing unhealthy things like smoking, not getting enough exercise, drinking a lot of alcohol, and using illegal drugs.

After childbirth, some women will suffer less from menstrual cramps, or not at all.

How can you lessen the pain from cramps? There are some medicines to ease the pain of menstrual cramps. There are also some simple ways to lessen pain from cramps, which may work better, and can even stop cramps from coming in the first place.

Heat
The easiest way to help menstrual cramps is to put heat on the lower stomach.
Heat helps loosen the tightening muscles in the uterus.

Ginger
Ginger helps ease the pain of menstrual cramps. It can also fight the tired feeling that comes with premenstrual syndrome, and can make irregular periods come on time.

Basil
Basil has acid that lessens pain, which soothes menstrual cramps.

Cinnamon
Cinnamon can stop muscle tightening, blood clotting, and swelling to help ease menstrual pain.

Fennel
The antispasmodic, phytoestrogenic, and anti- inflammatory properties of fennel can help loosen the muscles in the uterus, which will soothe cramping and pain.

Blackstrap Molasses
Because of the many vitamins and minerals in blackstrap molasses, it helps stop blood clots and soothes the muscles of the uterine walls. This lessens the cramps during menstruation.

Chamomile Tea
Chamomile tea relaxes the uterus and eases muscle tightening that causes pain during menstruation.

Besides trying these cures, you can also do yoga and cardiovascular exercises to ease menstrual cramps. Also, drink a lot of water. If you have very bad cramps, ask your doctor what to do.

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