Lifestyle

  • Lifestyle changes can also make a real difference to period pain and PMS. Here's a few things you could try:
     
    • Eat foods that are high in fibre, including plenty of salads and vegetables.
       
    • Eat less salt and drink more water. This can help prevent water retention that leaves you with that bloated feeling.
       
    • Cut down on sugary foods, chocolate, cakes and biscuits.
       
    • Cut down on sugary drinks - have mineral water or pure fruit juice instead.
       
    • Try a vitamin B6 supplement or one that contains gamma linolenic acid (GLA) such as starflower oil or evening primrose oil. Both are thought to help maintain hormonal balance.

 

If you've tried everything under the sun and period pain is still making your life a misery, it's worth asking your GP for advice.

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