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Dealing With Inflammation During Menstruation

[toc]Inflammation is a part of menstrual cycle. Prostaglandins made from omega-6 fatty acids trigger ovulation and menses as well as the discharge of blood due to the expelling of uterus’ lining. Prostaglandins are responsible for inflammation and pain during menstruation.

Inflammation During Menstruation

Usually, a mixture of inflammatory and anti-inflammatory prostaglandins is produced during menstrual cycle, but an imbalance in them and increase in bad prostaglandins worsens the inflammation and pain. It can be treated by using anti-inflammatory drugs and lifestyle changes.


Dealing With Inflammation During Menstruation

Water

Drinking a lot of water is very important to preserve the health of the body especially during menstruation. Water flushes out the toxins as well as the chemical reactions that takes place in the body and eliminates harmful substances from the body thus reducing inflammation during menstruation. You should drink 8-12 glasses of water per day.

Water


Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Including foods that are a rich source of omega 3 fatty acids in routine diet is very beneficial. It contains anti-inflammatory properties, which help the body to deal with inflammation problems in a better way. It lowers inflammation and sensitivity.

They are a combination of polysaturated fatty acid including eicosapentaenoic acids, docosahexanoic acid as well as alpha- linolenic acids. They increase the production of good prostaglandin and reduce inflammation. Fish and fish oil are highly rich sources of omega 3 fatty acids.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids


Chamomile

Chamomile has anti-inflammatory properties and treats cramps and pain in menstruation successfully.  It relaxes the uterine wall and eases pain. The compound called glycine present in chamomile relieves spasms and acts as nerve relaxant. Glycine relaxes the uterus and reduces inflammation.

It has antispasmodic and antiseptic effects. It acts as a sedative and relaxant. The flavanoids, antioxidants and terpenoids in chamomile have beneficial effects during menstruation and encourage menstruation. You can take a chamomile bath to relax your muscles from inflammation and pain.

Chamomile



Black Haw

The herb is a better muscle relaxant and soothes painful menstruation and spasms. It is beneficial for the uterus. It contains compounds similar to pain killers that relax the muscles and reduce pain and inflammation during menstruation.

It contains salicin, which is responsible for relieving pain and inflammation. It also has scopoletin, which is a uterine relaxant. Valerianic acid present in black haw relaxes the muscles. The herb is a combination of painkiller, relaxant and anti-inflammatory drug, which makes it very effective and beneficial during menstruation.

Black Haw


Vitamin D

Vitamin D is vital for women health. It has anti-inflammatory properties and regulates the prostaglandin pathway resulting in its reduced production and activity because prostaglandin triggers the hormones responsible for expelling the uterus lining during menstruation and it is associated with inflammation and pain during the period.Vitamin D reduces bad prostaglandins and cytokines, which cause inflammation in the body thus aiding in pain reduction and inflammation during menstruation. Sunlight is a great source of vitamin D. Exposing your bodytosunlight will help in getting the required amount of vitamin D.

Vitamin D


Exercise

Keep yourself active by doing simple exercises like cycling, walking, stretching, aerobics, etc during menstruation as it reduces inflammation and pain. Physical activities help to ease the belly and uterus. It increases the blood circulation throughout the body. Pumping more blood encourages the release of endorphins, which counteracts bad prostaglandins thereby lessening pain and inflammation.

It relaxes the mind and reduces stress during menstruation. Pelvic tilts and inversion postures in yoga can also be beneficial. Regular exercise is good for overall health, but important when you are prone to inflammation and cramps during menstruation.

Exercise

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