Post by The Big PINK One♥ on Nov 8, 2007 14:27:33 GMT -5
Do you get bad cramps when you get your period? Try these all-natural cramp cures, from Myjellybean.com.
Exercise
Okay, you should be moving your body when it's not period time too. Three times a week for 30 minutes is the prescription for good health. But exercise is especially important at period time, because it increases blood and oxygen flow in your body, which eases the painful contractions of your tummy.
Get Enough Calcium
Calcium - found in milk, yogurt, cheeses, eggs, canned salmon and certain other foods - is proven to reduce crampy-ness. If you don't eat 3 servings of calcium per day as a rule, boost your intake by gulping a 1,200 milligram calcium capsule daily.
Take a Warm Bath
The heat helps to relax your uterine muscles, which may decrease lower tummy spasms. Plus, a relaxing bath is soothing when you've got jangly "that time of the month" nerves.
Sip Herbal Tea
Drinking caffeine-free herbal tea helps your body to relax, much the same as taking a bath, but from the inside! Ginger tea is especially good for soothing tummy aches.
Avoid Caffeine in All Forms
Caffeine is a stimulant that can make your muscles cramp up even more. Around period time, try to avoid tea, coffee and chocolate. If you're craving something sweet and smooth, try a calcium-rich treat such as flavored yogurt, or dive into a bowl of oatmeal with cinnamon and brown sugar.
Stretch it Out
When your tummy spasms, stretch your arms up above your head, stand on your toes, and reach your fingers for the sky. This lengthens your tummy muscles and interrupts them when they're clenching.
If Natural Cures Don't Work...
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever containing ibuprofen or naproxen, such as Advil, Midol, or Aleve.
If Cramps Are Severe or Last Longer Than 4 Days...
See your doctor. Severe cramps, or those that last more than a few days, could be a sign of infection or other medical problem. A full physical will tell you what's going on.
Anyone use any of these methods?
Do they work for you?
What do you or would you do a bit differently?
Exercise
Okay, you should be moving your body when it's not period time too. Three times a week for 30 minutes is the prescription for good health. But exercise is especially important at period time, because it increases blood and oxygen flow in your body, which eases the painful contractions of your tummy.
Get Enough Calcium
Calcium - found in milk, yogurt, cheeses, eggs, canned salmon and certain other foods - is proven to reduce crampy-ness. If you don't eat 3 servings of calcium per day as a rule, boost your intake by gulping a 1,200 milligram calcium capsule daily.
Take a Warm Bath
The heat helps to relax your uterine muscles, which may decrease lower tummy spasms. Plus, a relaxing bath is soothing when you've got jangly "that time of the month" nerves.
Sip Herbal Tea
Drinking caffeine-free herbal tea helps your body to relax, much the same as taking a bath, but from the inside! Ginger tea is especially good for soothing tummy aches.
Avoid Caffeine in All Forms
Caffeine is a stimulant that can make your muscles cramp up even more. Around period time, try to avoid tea, coffee and chocolate. If you're craving something sweet and smooth, try a calcium-rich treat such as flavored yogurt, or dive into a bowl of oatmeal with cinnamon and brown sugar.
Stretch it Out
When your tummy spasms, stretch your arms up above your head, stand on your toes, and reach your fingers for the sky. This lengthens your tummy muscles and interrupts them when they're clenching.
If Natural Cures Don't Work...
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever containing ibuprofen or naproxen, such as Advil, Midol, or Aleve.
If Cramps Are Severe or Last Longer Than 4 Days...
See your doctor. Severe cramps, or those that last more than a few days, could be a sign of infection or other medical problem. A full physical will tell you what's going on.
Anyone use any of these methods?
Do they work for you?
What do you or would you do a bit differently?
