Women who suffer from PCOD or other similar fertility issues, find a hard time getting their periods on time. In cases like these, imbalance of hormones is majorly seen as the cause of delay in the regular menstrual flow. Sometimes, reasons like stress, overeating or undue pressure also causes irregularity in periods.
It's been seen that apart from simply having a nutrient-rich diet and exercising regularly, there are other factors that are known to induce periods and regulate menstruation
It's a known fact that for a woman, menstruating regularly is important for her reproductive health. It is what keeps a woman's fertility and hormones level balanced. Therefore, if certain foods are consumed in addition to proper medication and a balanced diet are reported to induce periods.
Certain foods, which are easily available at home and are sworn by our grandmas as great for consumption before and during the periods:
Cofee:
The presence of Caffeine in coffee is reported to stimulate oestrogen, which causes your periods to come early. Caffeine is also the chemical known for relieving pain during menstruation. It is reported that there are certain foods which are recommended to relieve menstrual pain. Coffee is the most prominent among them because of caffeine and its migraine and headache relieving properties.
Nuts:
Almonds and walnuts can be a good way to prepare for premenstrual syndromes. These nuts are rich in fibre and proteins; their function in inducing internal heat can further be a basis for regulating periods. Eating a handful of these before periods can be good for your health and consequently your fertility.
Fruits (rich in vitamins C):
Fruits like papaya consists of carotene, which is known to stimulate oestrogen hormone causing periods to get preponed. Pineapple is another such fruit, high in vitamin C, which is believed to generate heat in the pelvic region, causing further contraction in uterus and is a reason for shedding of uterine lining. Therefore, helpful to keep menstrual cycle on its scheduled time or preventing its delay.
Mangoes are known to have similar effects during periods. Vitamin C in these fruits is what increases the amount of oestrogen in body and reduces progesterone hormone, which is the reason for contraction in uterus and shredding of blood lining, respectively.
Ingredients:
- 1 TSF Honey
- 1 Cup luke warm water
- 1 TSF apple cider vinegar
- 1 TSF turmeric powder
- 25 Grams Ginger or 2 TSF ginger juice
Method:
Take a container and add water and ginger and allow it to boil till it gives a nice aroma. Now, add honey, turmeric and apple cider vinegar to the water. Give the mixture a nice stir.
Note: Apple cider vinegar and ginger are strong in nature.