Period Pain? Check for NUSKHE’s

Health Desk (Ekta Sehgal): For women, periods and period pain are special gifts from hell. Not only we learn to live with pain & weakness, but also have to go through endless mood swings and cravings. From ages home remedies have forever been part of treating amount pain.

We requested ladies from throughout what their go-to domestic treatments to cope with duration ache are, and here’s what we observed out.

1. Herby solution
   • Take one teaspoon of AJWAIN with boiled water
   • A relaxing herbal Ginger and Black Pepper Tea with a drop of honey
   • Cumin or Jeera can be used for instant relief for getting rid of menstrual cramps
   • You can reduce period pain with the help of Fenugreek Seeds or Methi. All you need to do is soak it in water for 12 hours, and then drink up.
   • A bit of turmeric and nutmeg taken in warm almond milk or regular milk before bed can help you sleep better.
2. Heat treatment
   • Applying heat to the abdomen can help ease menstrual pain, try a heat patch or resting a hot water bottle. Sometimes taking hot shower also helps relieve pain
3. Exercise helps
   • Mild asanas will instantly ease your pain, like bending your knees while lying on your back.
4. Take a Walk
   • A brisk walk usually works best. Walking is anyway good for health. It increases circulation and gradually relieves the pain.
5. Jumping
   • Try jumping, it works like a charm. It gets your blood flowing and works like any other light exercise would.
6. Massage
   • Try massaging the painful area of the abdomen with gentle, circular motions.
7. When to see a doctor
   • If you have any concerns about menstrual pain, seek your doctor or pharmacist for advice, especially if you experience any of the following:
     • severe pain
     • abdominal pain even when it’s not your menstrual period
     • an abnormal discharge from the vagina, especially if it is thick or smelly
     • a fever and low abdominal pain

Also, don’t forget Dark Chocolate! Yes, you read it right. It elevates your mood