Looking for rapid relief from your menstrual cramps???

Looking for rapid relief from your menstrual cramps???

Simple home remedies for menstrual cramps

2 to 3 days of menstrual cramp is considered to be normal, but a bad period cramps and discomfort throughout the menstrual cycle seems to be an abnormal condition.

In a normal period, the cramp should last from 1-2 days before the periods till the second day of periods.  If it is going to be throughout the menstrual cycle, then it may be representing some underlying health conditions.

We often feel irritated, moody, and frustrated.  Some people may experience very mild cramps.   Some people are lucky enough by not experiencing any such symptoms of menstrual cycle and they obviously tend to take up their activities as if nothing is interfering in their routines.

For those who really find these days very uncomfortable, try these time-trusted simple and easy tips and live your life to the fullest without missing the excitements during periods also.

Simple and easy ways to get relieve from menstrual cramps

Hot water bag on belly and back can reduce the stomach cramps as well as the mild back pain, which is associated with menstrual period. 

Herbal teas seem to help relieve the mild cramps, especially ginger tea.

Taking hot showers during periods will relax the muscles.

It is always good to massage the abdomen with essential oils which will relax your senses and soothes the cramps and pains associated with your periods.

Light stretching exercise can help reduce cramps and discomfort.

Fenugreek can be soaked in water for 10 to 12 hours.  This water can be used for drinking during the first and second day of your periods.  Drinking this water continuously will give you beneficial results.

Cumin water will also help in mild cramps.

Having roasted Bengal gram during periods is considered to be a healthy snack as it is a rich source of iron in order to prevent anemic conditions associated with your periods.

Replacing sugar with jaggery during periods is a good idea.  Jaggery is also a good source of iron. 

Sesame oil massage on the abdomen is an ancient remedy for menstrual cramps and it is still being followed.

 What are you waiting for ???  Get yourself free from this uncomfortable feeling during your menstrual periods by following these tips.

 Happy periods!!!

                                                                                                                                                          ---Reenu