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 dysménorrhée).
Les règles ne devraient pas faire mal! Oui, 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.
Traitements conventionnels inclure de l'ibuprofène ou d'autres analgésiques et parfois des pilules contraceptives. 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).
Causes des crampes menstruelles
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?
Que pouvez-vous faire à long terme?
Finalement, 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.
- L'exercice cardiovasculaire peut réduire les crampes douloureuses.
- Decrease fat in the diet (especially animal products but even nut butters, avocats, huile d'olive, 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.
- Augmenter la fibre- fiber helps the body get rid of excess estrogen (fruits, légumes, grains entiers, beans/legumes, etc). Les fibres aident à se lier à l'excès d'œstrogène pour l'éliminer du corps. It also aids in the alleviation of inflammation (the cause of pain).
ÉVITER
- Plastic as much as possible (water bottles, food storage, etc)
- High-fat foods (fried food, huiles, gras trans, etc)
- Produits animaux: Le fromage est particulièrement riche en œstrogènes
Que pouvez-vous faire si vous avez des crampes menstruelles MAINTENANT?
Bien sûr, dans ce cas, the goal is to reduce pain and discomfort as soon as possible, without causing undo side effects.
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Cannelle 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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Aliments riches en fer comme les légumes-feuilles foncés peuvent être utiles, surtout si vous avez un flux abondant. The more blood you shed, the more iron you’re losing. Plus, iron-deficient anemia is often associated with painful periods.
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Chaleur – Although there are multiple ways to use heat to alleviate cramps, my favorite is heating pads.
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Hydratation…It may not seem intuitive, but being well-hydrated can actually help with menstrual cramps.
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thé– Il y a beaucoup de mélanges de thé qui ont une combinaison d'herbes qui peuvent être utiles. Plants such as fennel, menthe poivrée, chamomile and many others can reduce the pain and duration of cramping.
Les suppléments qui peuvent aider
If you have followed me for any amount of time, you know that all of my supplement recommendations come with a disclaimer. C'est important pour moi que tu ne sois jamais induit en erreur.
- Femme radieuse
- Estro Flavone
- Crème à la Gestérone
- Ultra Pollen
- 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. Ne continuez pas à souffrir. There are lots of things that could be going on, and you may need to be tested for iron levels, fibroids, kystes, etc. Mais n'entre pas dans la peur! Toutes ces choses se soumettent à votre corps d'auto-guérison.
Rappelez-vous que tout est lié. 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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