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Yoga Medicine for PMS & Cramps
From the time a girl begins menstruation to her slow exit through perimenopause, her cycle will have gone through iterations due to hormonal shifts. Females often experience light to debilitating episodes with PMS, cramping, and bleeding patterns. It’s always important to discuss any significant changes in the cycles with your doctor to be sure there are no underlying health conditions.
Here are a few suggestions to implement yoga medicine for PMS and cramps.
Alternative Therapies
If you’re not a fan of popping ibuprofen for menstrual cramping, explore alternative remedies. As always, consult with your physician and medication list in case of contraindications. Most of these therapies below are available at a health food store. It’s best to consult an integrative medicine specialist or guide to herbal remedies to research for yourself.
Cramp bark extract. Try to add a few droplets of this extract on those crampy days. Follow the bottle’s instructions. You can dilute the woodsy taste a little by placing a few droplets in a small amount of orange juice to disguise its intense flavor. It’s not the best beverage you’ll ever taste, but still, the natural antispasmodic properties may be worth it!
Evening primrose oil. The healing properties of this yellow flowered plant are a…
