(Helpful Tip) How to Relieve Menstrual Cramps

Menstrual cramps experienced by any woman of reproductive age.

Of course, there are people who don't experience menstrual cramps, but as someone who has suffered severely, I find it impossible to ignore or just pass through the pain.

So I researched and searched a lot, received help, and now I'm starting to feel a little better.

 

Menstrual pain experienced by one out of two women. It was so severe that it significantly interfered with daily life, and I often had to stay in bed.

 

Nutrients are accumulated for pregnancy. If this process does not proceed smoothly, uterine contractions occur, and blood is released along with it, which is called menstruation.

Some people experience no pain during menstruation, while others do feel pain. More than 50% of women reportedly experience physical or mental stress related to their menstrual cycle.

 

There are functional dysmenorrhea and organic dysmenorrhea.

Functional dysmenorrhea is a type of pain caused not by an underlying disease, but by a narrowed cervical opening, increased secretion of prostaglandins produced in the endometrium, and excessive contraction of the uterus or blood vessels.

When menstrual cramps are severe, the pain usually lasts for about two days starting from the first day of the period. If it interferes with daily life, treatment is necessary.

 

Organic dysmenorrhea occurs due to diseases of the uterus or ovaries, and it is more common after the late twenties, increasing with age. It is often observed that pain persists throughout the menstrual period.

The diseases that cause this are endometriosis, uterine artery muscular disorders, and uterine fibroids. Since these cannot be treated naturally, treatment appropriate to the cause is necessary.

 

I'll introduce some reliable methods to know when menstrual pain is severe.

 

Foods that are effective when menstrual cramps are severe

 

Consistently eating foods that help relieve menstrual pain can be very beneficial.

 

 

1. Banana - Rich in serotonin, this nutrient level drops during menstruation, leading to feelings of depression. Consistently consuming bananas can help improve these symptoms.

2. Ginger tea - It contains many ingredients that warm the body, so regularly drinking it before your period starts is effective in alleviating menstrual cramps.

3. Seaweed - It has a blood-purifying effect, so regularly consuming seaweed helps to keep the blood clean, which is beneficial.

 

 

Position to relieve severe menstrual cramps

 

1. Cobra pose - Lie face down on the floor, then extend your arms to lift your upper body towards the sky. It is important to perform this pose correctly; straighten your chest as shown in the picture and hold for about 20 to 30 seconds, then slowly return to the starting position. Repeat this 2 to 3 times.
2. Camel Pose - This pose involves leaning the entire body backward and placing the palms on the soles of the feet. It can be difficult if you are not flexible, but Camel Pose helps improve blood circulation and digestive function. If Camel Pose is too challenging, pressing the waist as shown in the right picture still provides sufficient benefits.
3. Relaxation posture - Sit with the soles of your feet together, hold your ankles with both hands, slowly bend your upper body forward, hold for 10 seconds, then lift your head. It is important not to just face downward, but to bend the entire waist. Repeat 5 times.
4. Relaxation posture - Sit on a chair with legs slightly apart, relax your body and lean your upper body between your legs, looking at your navel. Slowly raise your body and lift your head. Repeat 3 times.

 

 

 

I used to suffer a lot from menstrual cramps every month, but by adopting certain postures and receiving help with food, I found some relief. It might be partly due to the passage of time, but I think it's good to consistently manage stress and exercise regularly.

 

Pay attention to food and posture as ways to alleviate.

Let's make sure to maintain healthy eating habits, exercise regularly, keep our stomachs warm, and manage stress to avoid it!!