Medically known as oligomenorrhea, an irregular period is a common problem among women today. There is just no escaping this time of the month when women generally feel fatigued and stressful. Stress is one of the primary reasons for the hormonal imbalance in your body that triggers irregular periods. Doing yoga and meditation also helps in relieving stress. So, here are home remedies which can give you some relief and regulate your menstrual cycle.
Ginger:- Ginger is very effective in regulating menstrual flow and also relieving cramps. Consuming ginger in the form of juice is said to be a good home remedy for dealing with irregular periods. All you need to do is boil 1tbsp of ginger, mix it with sugar and water and drink the mixture three times a day after every meal.
Papaya:- Eating unripe papaya helps in contracting the muscle fibres in the uterus, thus regulating the menstrual flow. Green papaya should be consumed regularly for a few months to ensure you get regular periods each month. However, it is advised to not have papaya during periods.
Cumin:- To ensure you get regular periods, all you need to do is to drink cumin soaker water every morning. Soak 2 spoons of cumin in water and keep it overnight and drink it the next morning. Also, cumin is loaded with other health benefits such as it improves digestion, promotes weight loss, helps in preventing colon cancer and others.
Cinnamon:- Cinnamon is a spice that gives a warming effect to your body and helps in regularizing periods and balancing hormones. It also helps relieve menstrual pain/cramps. You can mix the cinnamon powder in milk or include it in any of your food recipes.
Fennel seeds:- Fennel seeds contain Emmenagogue, a compound that helps in boosting menstruation. Also known as saunf in Hindi, Fennel seeds regulate menstrual cycles and relieve cramps as with its antispasmodic properties. You can drink fennel tea or mix 2 tsp of fennel seeds in a glass of water, keep it overnight and strain the water and drink it in the morning.
Sesame seeds:- Known as ‘til’ in Hindi, sesame seeds are heat producing and help in regulating your period flow. You can have sesame seeds two times a day with hot water or can fry them and consume it 2-3 times a day.
Parsley juice and buttermilk:- To improve your menstrual cycle, drink parsley juice as it is considered to be extremely effective. Crush some parsley, add it to the blender and mix it with some water and you are good to go. Buttermilk helps in hormone secretion, thus regulating the irregular menstrual cycle. Buttermilk is also a rich source of vitamin B complex, potassium, proteins and calcium.
Apple cider vinegar:- Disturbed insulin and blood sugar levels could well be the reason for irregular periods. So to regularize your system, all you need to do is mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and drink it with a glass of water every day before your meals. This will help you regularize your menstrual cycle effectively.
Carrots and turmeric:- One of the simplest and effective ways to get rid of irregular periods is to include carrots in your diet. You can always have a carrot in the form of juice, soup or salad. Turmeric is said to be a good warming agent, also having anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties that help in relieving irregular periods. All you need to do is mix turmeric in lukewarm milk and consume it every night.
Monitor your diet:- Consuming access to caffeine, sugar and saturated fats can disrupt your body’s hormonal balance. So it is important for you to consume a healthy diet that consists of whole grains, lean meats, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products. With this, you should also get rid of your smoking or drinking habits, if any.
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