Although PMS (pre-menstrual syndrome) can be made up of many symptoms, for the sake of this article, we will be focusing on menstrual cramps (also referred to as dismenorrea).
Los períodos no deberían doler! si, you heard that right. Although menstrual cramps are common, they are NOT normal or inevitable. When something is not right in the body, it is always a warning that we should heed. Heeding a warning is different than denying it, covering it up or ignoring it. It means to listen/pay attention to…once you have paid attention and gathered the appropriate information, you can adjust in the right direction.
Tratamientos convencionales incluyen ibuprofeno u otros analgésicos y, a veces, píldoras anticonceptivas. Both options are a last resort as the side effects can be problematic and the long-term impact could be even worse (including organ damage and nutritional deficiencies that can lead to a myriad of other health problems).
Causas de los cólicos menstruales
If there is too much estrogen in the body, the lining of the uterus gets too thick and releases a great deal of inflammatory prostaglandins which can result in cramping, heavier blood flow and other PMS symptoms. So of course, that begs another question…how do you get too much estrogen in the body?
¿Qué puedes hacer a largo plazo??
Por último, the goal here is to get your body super clean and healthy internally so that everything works as it should without pain or discomfort. This section is about getting to the real root (or roots) of the issue and preventing cramps down the road. This can take some time, so be in it for the long haul and be patient with yourself.
- El ejercicio cardiovascular puede reducir los calambres dolorosos.
- Decrease fat in the diet (especially animal products but even nut butters, aguacates, aceite de oliva, etc.)…this is not to say that fat is bad or that you should never eat it, but it may be a good reason to limit fat for a couple of months if you are suffering with this condition.
- Aumentar la fibra- fiber helps the body get rid of excess estrogen (frutas, verduras, granos enteros, beans/legumes, etc.). La fibra ayuda a unirse al exceso de estrógeno para eliminarlo del cuerpo.. It also aids in the alleviation of inflammation (the cause of pain).
EVITAR
- Plastic as much as possible (water bottles, food storage, etc.)
- High-fat foods (fried food, óleos, grasas trans, etc.)
- Productos animales: El queso es especialmente alto en estrógeno
¿Qué puedes hacer si tienes cólicos menstruales AHORA MISMO??
Por supuesto, en este caso, the goal is to reduce pain and discomfort as soon as possible, without causing undo side effects.
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Canela has been compared to ibuprofen for menstrual cramps and although may not be quite as strong, is worth trying as the side effects are nil and the benefits are great. I typically recommend for client to put a full tsp of organic Vietnamese cinnamon into hot water (to make a tea) or oatmeal.
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alimentos ricos en hierro como las verduras de hojas verdes oscuras pueden ser útiles, especialmente si tiene un flujo abundante. The more blood you shed, the more iron you’re losing. Más, iron-deficient anemia is often associated with painful periods.
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Calor – Although there are multiple ways to use heat to alleviate cramps, my favorite is heating pads.
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Hidratación…It may not seem intuitive, but being well-hydrated can actually help with menstrual cramps.
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Té– Hay un montón de mezclas de té que tienen una combinación de hierbas que pueden ser útiles. Plants such as fennel, menta, chamomile and many others can reduce the pain and duration of cramping.
Suplementos que pueden ayudar
If you have followed me for any amount of time, you know that all of my supplement recommendations come with a disclaimer. Es importante para mí que nunca te engañen.
- mujer radiante
- estro flavona
- Crema de Gesterona
- Ultra polen
- Liver support products such as Gall Bladder ND, Liver ND, Fermented Turmeric, Turmeric caps and Max B can also be helpful.
If you are already doing these things and are still having challenges, please seek help. no sigas sufriendo. There are lots of things that could be going on, and you may need to be tested for iron levels, fibroids, quistes, etc.. Pero no entres en miedo! Todas estas cosas se someten a tu cuerpo autocurativo..
Recuerda que todo está conectado. You are made of yesterday’s diet choices…the good news is, you can make changes today that will help you have more comfortable tomorrows. If you need help, please feel free to reach out to the New Hope Health clinic 269-204-6525.
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