7 Tips To Reduce Menstrual Cramps
Van Whitsett
Did you know that menstrual cramps is the single greatest cause
of lost school and working hours among women?
Also known as dysmenorrhea, menstrual cramps are the cause of
an estimated 140 million hours of lost school and work.
However, you do not have to live in pain. Below are some
helpful tips that can help women during this particularly
painful time of the month.
1. Try to eat smaller, more frequent meals. A lot of food
causes blood sugar to rise and fluctuate. instead of eating
three large meals, eat five or six small meals a day, each
about two and a half hours apart.
2. Exercise. Exercise can help alleviate menstrual cramps by
raising the level of beta-endorphins, which are chemicals in
the brain associated with pain relief. Studies have shown that
beta endorphins have a positive effect on mood and behavior.
3. Try an over the counter Ibuprofen. Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin
IB all contain Ibuprofen, which is one of the best pain
relievers around. 200 milligrams every four to six hours is the
recommended dosage, or twice that if symptoms warrant.
4. Oral contraceptive pills: Have been found to decrease the
amount of menstrual tissue formed and lower the pain level
(amplitude) of the uterine contractions.
5. Mefenamic acid: Also found over the counter, effectively
relieves severe menstrual pain while also reducing heavy
menstrual bleeding, easing menstrual migraine, and easing the
physical and emotional symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
6. Reduce salt intake: To prevent water retention that causes
bloating. Also, avoid liquor and other alcoholic beverages to
reduce headaches.
7. Learn to relax. Rest, sleep and relaxation exercises can
help reduce the pain and discomfort of menstrual cramps. A
relaxing massage or bath with oil made with chamomile,
lavender, marjoram, ginger and/or clary sage. They are aromatic
and can aid in relaxation.
Never surrender to pain. There are steps you can take to help
alleviate the pain and discomfort. So, the next time you
experience any painful menstruation symptoms, be sure to try
these tips.
About The Author: Van Whitsett has written on a number of
health topics for the Internet and the print media also. For
more help and info on this topic, please go to
http://www.fast-pms-remedy.com/
Reduce Menstrual Cramps
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