Preventing Pain when menstruation

Ahead of schedule menstruation comes, we usually start to feel dizzy, weak, a little pain in the lower abdomen, or a lazy move. Other women will feel the body so weak and tired, weight gain, acne, sore waist. This is the sign you are experiencing PMS or premenstrual syndrome.

"The most common are women so easily upset, emotional instability, and increased appetite," said Dr. Ryan Thamrin, consultant issues of sexual reproduction, as the "Shine with Charm" in STIE Perbanas, South Jakarta.

Reduce the food tasty. Better to avoid foods that are savory or salty, like chips, nuts, or other spicy foods. High salt content in the body will accelerate the process of disposing of excess water in the body, so that the body felt weak.

Adding fiber consumption. Fiber from vegetables and fruits can help reduce PMS complaints. Bananas, for example, contains vitamin B6 which can reduce symptoms of PMS such as breast tension, water retention, and mood swings. While pineapples, rich in vitamins A, B, and C, and manganese. This mineral has been shown to improve mood and reduce water retention, so you are free from flatulence problem.

Increase the drinking water. Avoid drinking too much sugar, caffeine, chocolate, and ice. Cold conditions in the body is not good for blood flow. We recommend drinking warm water to increase blood flow.

Eating iron. During menstruation, we lose 12-15 mg iron element. Therefore, when you need to take vitamins menstrual blood booster. In addition to taking vitamins, you can meet the need for iron by eating foods that contain iron. Some foods that contain iron are beef, lamb, chicken, fish, tuna, eggs, oatmeal, and other green vegetables.

Consumption of vitamin C. To strengthen the immune system, should add foods that contain calcium and vitamin C. In addition to citrus, pineapple, mango, or papaya, the source of vitamin C on strawberry, broccoli, watermelon, cauliflower, cabbage, and tomatoes.