Causes, Home remedies, and Yoga poses for Irregular Periods
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| Having healthy menstrual periods is important. Having irregular periods may adversely affect your health. |
Overview
When are periods called irregular?
- the gap between periods is less than 24 days
- the gap is more than 38 days
- the duration of periods varies a lot
- the blood loss during periods is more or less
Causes of Irregular Periods:
- Puberty-the stage in the transition from childhood to adulthood. Puberty generally starts between the ages of 8 and 14. The menstrual periods start during puberty
- Beginning of menopause-menopause begins when the menstrual cycle stops
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- Uterine Fibroids
- Hormonal Imbalance
- Anemia
- Poor nutrition
- Taking too many birth control pills
- Vigorous exercise
- Diabetes
- Excessive Stress
- Medication
- Some gynecological or physical health conditions
- Obesity or Weight loss
- Hyperthyroidism
- Liver problem
- Tuberculosis
Home remedies for irregular periods or menstrual cycles:
- Please refer to the above video for home remedies and precautions for irregular menstrual cycle
- Take two garlic buds and cut them into small pieces
- Put them in a cup of water and heat for 2-3 minutes
- Chew and consume garlic pieces and also drink the water
- Repeat this 3 times a day for 3 days
- This will help in improving your menstrual cycle
- Avoid cold drinks and ice cream 5 days before and after periods
- Get your thyroid tested. If required, treat it using home remedies for Thyroid problem
- Avoid birth control pills, over-exercise, stress, and excessive alcohol
7 Yoga poses for irregular periods or menstrual cycle:
- Please refer to the above video for yoga poses for Irregular periods, pains and cramps during periods
- Yoga is very effective to cure Irregular periods as well as pains and cramps during periods.
- The first Yoga pose is Adhomukha Svanasana or Down Facing dog pose. In this pose, you have to bend your body slowly down as shown in the image. Keep waist, arms and legs straight. Count 1 to 15 and release.
- the Second pose is Ustrasana or Camel pose. For this bend your body as in the image keeping your head up. Count 1 to 10 and release.
- the Third pose is Salabhasana or Locust pose. Bend your body as in the image keeping your head up. Keep your arms and legs stretched. Count 1 to 10 and release.
- The fourth pose is Dhanurasana or Bow pose. In this pose bend your body as shown in the image. Keep your head up and arms straight. Count 1 to 10 and release.
- the Fifth pose is Matsyasana or Fish pose. Bend your body as in the image. Stretch your chest up and arms straight. Count 1 to 10 and release.
- The sixth pose is Malasana or Garland pose. Sit as in the image keeping your back and neck straight. Count 1 to 15 and release.
- Repeat every above asana or pose three times.
- At the end do the Shavasana or Corpse pose to relax your body. Lie down flat on the floor in relax mode as shown in the image. Count 1 to 20 and release.
12 Meals good for Irregular periods:
- Raw papaya
- Turmeric
- Fennel seeds
- Aloe vera
- Flax seeds
- Oily Fish
- Almonds
- Carrots
- Parsley
- Bitter gourd
- Ginger
- Cinnamon
1. Raw papaya
Image: Depositephoto2. Turmeric
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| Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic agent that helps you ease menstrual pain |
3. Fennel Seeds:
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| Fennel is good for irregular periods |
For maximum benefits in treating irregular periods, take water in a glass and then add around 2 teaspoons of fennel seeds to it. Let it stay overnight.
In the morning, strain the water using a strainer and then drink the water. This remedy if followed every day will show significant improvements in your monthly menstrual cycle.
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| Aloe vera helps in curing irregular periods |
To get maximum benefits in curing irregular periods, you simply have to take an aloe leaf and extract the gel out of it.
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| Flaxseeds are full of omega-3 fats and fiber and are very efficient in regulating your periods |
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| Fishes contain high protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and healthy fats that are good for periods |
If you are experiencing very painful periods rather than normal ones, then you may include oily fish in your diet.
Fishes like salmon, herring, mackerel, etc contain high protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and healthy fats that are good for your periods.
Omega 3 fats reduce inflammation and soothe the menstrual cramps, bloating, or others pains that your body go through during your periods.
So try to include oily fish and avoid the foods like red meat, cheeses, etc. containing unhealthy saturated fats.
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| Healthy and tasty almonds can help you solve the problem of irregular periods |
Almonds are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants like Vitamins, proteins, manganese, magnesium etc. that help to regularize your menstruation.
Healthy and tasty almonds can help you solve the problem of irregular periods. These nutrients also reduce the stress that further helps to normalize periods.
Take some almonds and soak them in water. Let them soak overnight. After that, consume them. Taking almonds on a frequent basis will help you stabilize your periods.
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| Carrots are great for regulating the menstrual cycle |
Carrots are great for regulating the menstrual cycle. The several nutrients in them help to maintain hormonal balance in your body that aids to get your periods at the right time and at the right amount.
Whole raw carrots are rich in fiber which binds the estrogens (that are one of the main reasons behind irregular periods) and throws them out of the body.
There are many ways of enjoying the benefits of carrots. You can simply eat them raw or by mixing them with other ingredients to form a good salad or grind the carrot and drink the juice or simply use them in any dish.
No matter what way you consume it, make sure you are including it in your diet, as it is definitely one of the best foods to treat your irregular periods.
9. Parsley
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| The juicy parsley is great in treating your problem of irregular periods |
The juicy parsley is great in treating your problem of irregular periods. It has apiol that is instrumental in regulating your menstrual cycle.
In fact, the consumption of parsley not just regularizes periods but also makes the cycle organized and healthier.
Take some parsley and coriander leaves and toss them into the juicer. Then pour the juice into a glass, add some sugar and drink it. Drink it daily to reap the maximum benefits out of it.
10. Bitter Gourd
It is a fact that most of us are not fans of eating bitter gourd but no matter how much bitter it tastes, it is immensely beneficial to treat a number of health benefits.
Bitter gourd has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties that are good for your system and also aid in the problem of irregular periods.
In fact, for women who experience irregular periods due to PCOS, bitter gourd is an ideal solution.
This is because it will not just regularize your periods but will also reduce the risk of getting affected by diabetes which is considered one of the possible side effects of PCOS.
Take a bitter gourd, chop it into half and then toss them into the mixer. Churn it to make it a juice. Now add a teaspoon of sugar into it and drink it.
11. Ginger
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| Whenever you are getting your periods late or experiencing very less flow, try eating ginger |
Whenever you are getting your periods late or experiencing very less flow, try eating ginger. It increases the flow of menstrual blood as well as helps your body maintain the proper menstrual cycle.
Research has also proven its efficiency in treating women experiencing very high menstrual flow as well.
Thus, ginger is one of the best foods to treat irregular periods that can lead to a normal and appropriate flow of menstrual blood. It also relieves your pain.
Take a ginger root and grate it. Now put it into a container and add some water to it.
Warm it and then add little sugar to it. Let it boil for around 5 minutes and then remove it. Let it cool slightly (but not fully) and drink it warm on a daily basis.
12. Cinnamon
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| This is because the warming effect helps to reduce the cramps and regularize your periods |
When you eat cinnamon, there will be a certain rise in your body heat and that property makes it count among the best foods to treat your irregular periods.
This is because the warming effect helps to reduce the cramps and regularize your periods. Moreover, cinnamon has anti-inflammatory properties that further benefit getting your periods.
Also, it regulates the insulin levels in your body which further helps to cure irregular periods.
Take a cinnamon stick and crush it. Pour the powder into a container and add boiling water to it. Stir it well and let it stay for around 10 minutes.
After that, add a tea bag and allow it to sit for 3-4 minutes. Then add little sugar or honey to sweeten it. Drink this daily to get proper monthly periods.
Questions People Ask About Irregular Periods;
Q. Is it normal to have irregular periods?
A. Many women experience a normal menstrual cycle after reaching adolescence. However, it's typical for the cycle to differ every time by a few days.
Between their first period and menopause, nine to fourteen percent of women experience irregular periods, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP).
Q. What are the signs of irregular periods?
A. The periods are said to be irregular if
- Periods that are more than 35 days apart or fewer than 21 days apart.
- missing three or more consecutive periods.
- much heavier or lighter than typical menstrual flow.
- stretches of time longer than seven days.
- periods that are painful, crampy, nauseating, or make you want to vomit.
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