Understanding menstrual pain: Breaking bad habits for a happier cycle!
Ever found yourself battling through menstrual pain? Wondering if there’s anything you might be doing to make it worse? You’re not alone! Many of us unknowingly engage in habits that exacerbate those cramps. In this post, we’ll uncover these habits and explore practical ways to ease menstrual discomfort, making those days a touch more bearable.
Understanding the origins of menstrual pain
- Eating habits
Many girls love cold drinks and foods that are spicy and stimulating. Regular consumption of cold and stimulating food will make menstrual blood discharge poor, thus making menstrual cramps.
2. Sleeping habits
Girls who often go to bed after 11 o’clock at night will deplete Yang energy and cause excess cold energy into the body. Staying up late will affect the menstrual cycle, and lead to dysmenorrhea.
3. Dressing habits
During hot days, many girls like to wear clothes that show their waists and belly buttons. Bare your ankles in cold weather and don’t pay attention to keeping warm, which will aggravate menstrual cramps.
4. Emotional habits
As the saying goes, anger is the source of all diseases. Anger will lead to stagnation of the liver, which will naturally lead to blood stasis, and the body will be affected and stagnate.
5. Daily habits
Nowadays, many girls like to lie at home and have less movement. Their physical strength and immunity will decrease, blood circulation becomes poor which will lead to menstrual pain.
Tips to ease menstrual discomfort: Simple changes for big relief
- Keep and stay warm
Regardless of hot or cold weather, try not to show your waist, ankles, etc. to keep your lower abdomen warm. Remember to cover your lower abdomen when open the air conditioner, so as not to let yourself get cold.
2. Exercise regularly
Regular exercise is very effective in promoting blood circulation in the long run, improving the body’s immunity, and relieving cold and menstrual cramps.
3. Feet soak frequently
Soaking your feet in warm water promotes microcirculation in the body. Soaking your feet before going to bed on a cold day helps to improve heart rate, calm down the body and promote blood circulation, which is good for regulating your body’s coldness.
4. Increase Vitamin D levels
Most girls with dysmenorrhea have vitamin D insufficient or deficiency. Those who are involved in perennial sun protection and indoor office work are more prone to vitamin D deficiency. Hence, focusing on vitamin D supplementation will help to relieve dysmenorrhea.
5. Strong immunity
Live a regular life, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, eat less spicy and stimulating food, stop being a night owl and try to go to bed before 11 o’clock at night can effectively improve immunity.
As we wrap up, it’s clear that small adjustments to our habits can make a world of difference when it comes to managing menstrual pain. From staying warm to prioritizing self-care, these tips aim to empower you to navigate those challenging days with more ease. Remember, understanding our bodies and making simple, nurturing changes can lead to significant relief. Here’s to a smoother, more comfortable cycle ahead!
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