Simple and Effective Ways to Relieve Menstrual Cramps

1- Go to sleep

I know it sounds ridiculous because the pain can make it impossible to sleep, but what I’m trying to say is that you should get a regular sleep schedule before your period. You’ll want to nap all the time before your period, and that’s because of our trusty friend progesterone! Progesterone is the hormone that guides the second half of our cycle (after ovulation) and has been shown to increase and stabilize sleep. Better than sleeping before your period starts is to make sleep a regular priority. A regular sleep schedule means going to bed and waking up at the same time every day. When your circadian rhythm is predictable, you produce optimal levels of melatonin. Melatonin is an antioxidant, pain reliever, and anti-inflammatory. The only thing you need to ease your uterine pains.
 

2- Say goodbye to caffeine for a minute

 
You’ve been struggling to sleep through the night because of pain and now you’re wondering why you’re depriving me of coffee or tea? But trust me, it really does help. Caffeine is found in pain relievers, but it’s no friend when it comes to period cramps. Studies have shown that period cramps are more common in people who drink a lot of caffeinated beverages than in those who don’t. Caffeine is a vasoconstrictor (it constricts your blood vessels), which means it reduces blood flow to the uterus.
Reduced blood flow means less oxygen, which means cramps and pain. I also like to start my morning with a cup of tea or coffee, but when I cut out caffeinated beverages a few days before and during my period, I found that I was able to cope with my period much better. You can have caffeine again after your period!

3- Eat nuts, seeds, and chocolate

Besides being delicious, what else do they have in common? They reduce prostaglandins, which mimic fatty acids and hormones. Prostaglandins cause uterine contractions, pain, and inflammation. Chocolate is supposed to ease our pain, so why stop there? Eat dark chocolate (it’s high in magnesium) and add some almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, and flaxseeds for an anti-inflammatory snack.

4- Try a castor oil massage

Castor oil is a great oil to use topically to reduce pain and inflammation.
I do not recommend using it as a laxative! When applied to the uterus, it can increase blood flow and activate the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce uterine and intestinal cramps. Use 1 to 3 tablespoons of castor oil and massage it around the uterus when you feel pain. The oil will stain clothing, so wear clothes that you don’t mind. The oil will absorb into the skin overnight. You can also apply castor oil to joints and crammed tissues, such as the breasts and lower back.
5- Take a few quality ginger capsules
These capsules can be as effective as aspirin.
I used to avoid taking them for a long time because I had the mindset that I had to use something expensive, rare, and complicated to relieve my pain.
Dosage is very important. Ginger capsules should be taken three days before the first day you expect pain.
Painkillers always work best before the pain shows itself.
It is also recommended to take ginger capsules during the days when you are in pain.
The amount I recommend is 250 mg per day.
Unlike ibuprofen, these capsules do not have any liver or digestive side effects.
You have read some super simple tips to prevent, reduce, and cope with menstrual cramps.
I hope you use these tips and see how well they can make your period pain more bearable.