Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate contains magnesium and antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and mood swings associated with periods.
Pineapple: Pineapple contains an enzyme called bromelain, which has anti-inflammatory properties. Consuming pineapple or drinking pineapple juice helps in reducing swelling and reducing the discomfort of periods.
Bananas: Bananas are rich in potassium, which can help reduce muscle strain and period cramps. Eating bananas or adding them to smoothies can help in reducing period pain.
Leafy vegetables: Green leafy vegetables like spinach, kale and Swiss chard are rich in magnesium, which can help reduce muscle pain and cramps.
Turmeric: Turmeric contains curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. Drinking turmeric milk during periods can help in reducing pain.
Ginger: Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that can help in reducing period cramps, it can be consumed in the form of ginger tea.
Jaggery: Consuming jaggery is considered very beneficial during periods. If 50 or 100 grams of jaggery is boiled in hot water and consumed, it improves blood flow, relieves the problem of stomach ache and also removes the problem of irregular periods.
Published at : 16 Apr 2024 07:32 PM (IST)
