8 Remedies For Menstrual Cramps

Most women suffer from menstrual cramps, that is, pain in the abdomen after and before the menstruation. These cramps usually result from release of chemicals such as prostaglandins.

Once these chemicals are released, they cause uterus contraction and trigger stomach cramps. Though most women take over-the-counter instant pain relieving medicines, one can also consider home remedies for menstrual cramps that are quick and effective in eliminating the discomfort and pain.

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Best Home Remedies For Menstrual Cramps

Not all women suffer from menstrual cramps but for those who do, the instance is painful and discomforting. Instant relievers are rare but slight comfort level can be achieved if one resorts to home solutions for menstrual cramps.

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Hot Soaks

An instant pain relieving treatment for women suffering from menstrual cramps is to use heat that instantly eases out the discomfort. For best results, one can soak into hot bath or place heating pads in the stomach and abdominal region.

These work as pain relievers. Adding sea salt and baking soda into the bath can help in making the solution better and more effective. Soak the area into this solution for 10 minutes at regular intervals throughout the day.

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Ginger Tea

A number of physicians recommend drinking hot ginger tea to relieve oneself from menstrual cramps. To make the perfect cramp treating tea, use an inch of ginger root and steep into boiling water for around 15 minutes. To sweeten the tea us brown sugar.

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Diet Changes

To relieve oneself from painful menstrual pains, one can must make necessary diet changes. Most medical practitioners suggest that a diet high in carbohydrates can effectively treat menstrual cramps by curbing the urge to binge.

By keeping the hunger under control, the carbohydrate rich diet can avoid instances of cramps that occur due to binging, one of the main symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome. When suffering from cramps, one must also avoid food that contains high level of sodium as it encourages water retention that can make the situation worse. During the cramps, women must also avoid intake of alcohol.

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Avoid Caffeine

One must also avoid consuming caffeine-rich food substances, such as coffee, tea, chocolates, and soft drinks that contain caffeine. Consuming caffeine is known to worsen the cramps; hence, ignore coffee or chocolate cravings, if and when one is suffering from menstrual cramps. Instead, opt for decaffeinated coffee or herbal teas.

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Flax Seed

Include flax seed supplement into the diet as it minimizes the production of prostaglandins, one of main causes for menstrual cramps.

For best results, add a tablespoon of flaxseed supplements into your daily smoothie or cereal or yogurt and this can help in controlling menstrual cramps.

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Fish

Having fish can minimize the cramps that occur during pre or post menstruation. Containing high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, fish can have anti-inflammatory effects that helps in treating the pain and discomfort caused.

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Avoid Red Meat And Dairy Products

If you suffer from menstrual cramps then avoid having red meat and dairy products.

These are known to aid the production of prostaglandins, helping in minimizing cramps.

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Whole Foods

Eating plenty of whole grains that include high levels of calcium will help in treatment of menstrual cramps. The category of whole food is not limited to whole breads only. One can also include fresh fruits and vegetables, such as, broccoli and kale, that feature calcium and tense can help in treating menstrual cramps.