Every month, ladies go through their menstrual cycle, and while it may get uncomfortable, it’s actually an indication that our bodies are functioning properly! When it does hurt, however, many people tend to turn to painkillers. But did you know, these seemingly quick fixes can actually take a toll on your bodies in the long run?
3 Simple Solutions To Relieve Menstrual Discomfort Without Pills
Natural ways to relieve mental and physical discomfort like exercising or nourishing your bodies with herbs, on the other hand, are safer and has more lasting improvements. And at the end of it, you’ll find that these remedies are just what you need to live your life free from period pains for good!
Relief pain just by adjusting your diet
Simple changes to the diet like opting for low-fat food can decrease your overall levels of inflammation in the body. And just by consuming your greens, you can increase your magnesium levels—a mineral known to act as a muscle relaxant.
Meat like beef, poultry and fish, on the other hand, help replenish our iron count as ladies lose a high amount of blood during menstruation. Tip: Combine this diet with Vitamin C to help our bodies absorb the iron.
Pump up your endorphin levels with good ol’ exercise
Another way you can relieve menstrual cramps and bloating is through exercising. More importantly, exercising helps boost your endorphin levels (feel good chemicals in your brain), especially when menstruation can sometimes mess with your hormones, causing you to experience emotional stress and fatigue even if you’re not doing anything. Afterall, when you feel good physically and mentally, you’ll be recharged to live life as usual even when on your period!
Combat menstrual fatigue with Tangkwei
Tangkwei, known as the ‘blood herb’, has helped Asian women tide through their time of the month for centuries. High in magnesium, iron, cobalt and Vitamin B12, its muscle relaxing properties can help relieve fatigue especially if you often find yourself feeling listless or losing sleep during your period.
Plus, Tangkwei helps to tonify your body by replenishing your blood supply and balance your hormones with natural oestrogen-like properties (read: goodbye PMS!). In fact, if you’re not one to cook, BRAND’S® Essence of Chicken with Tangkwei makes it convenient for you to consume just what you need whenever, wherever. Tip: Start drinking one bottle two to three days after your period, every day for 12 days, and feel the difference in your next cycle.
While the effects of these solutions may not be as speedy, their long-term benefits to the overall wellness of your body will speak for themselves. More than quick fixes, these solutions aim to help you live your best life, even in the midst of your period. So the next time your period comes for a visit, give the painkillers a miss and try out these simple everyday tricks. Just make sure to commit to them for a prolonged period of time to ensure your next cycle is as pain-free as can be!