Menstrual Pain? Top 10 Natural Cures

Rebecca Lewis February 19, 2016

If you’re like most women, you always have that problem that happens once every month. And like any serious problem - it is so painful you just want to pop a magic pill that will make it go away in seconds, regardless of whether it can damage your health or not. Some pain, cramping and discomfort during menstruation is normal. But at times it can be unbearable. Instead of using medications that are tied to health risks, you can try some of the best cures that nature has to offer. Not only do they effectively relieve pain, they also promote your health in many other ways.

Salmon

In pain? Why not have some really appetizing sashimi? Menstrual cramps is usually caused by inflammation. Thus, eating foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids can help ease the pain. Other rich sources of omega-3s are tuna, halibut and mackerel.

Cinnamon

Sprinkling your coffee or hot chocolate drink with some cinnamon is a soothing way to ease menstrual pain. This popular spice has anti-inflammatory properties that make it great for different types of pain.

Dark Chocolate

When you are suffering from menstrual pain, the only think you need is comfort. And what could be a better way to comfort yourself than to have a bite of dark chocolate? The antioxidants in dark chocolate helps relax your muscles, soothing the cramps. Also, dark chocolate has compounds that stimulate the production of the ‘feel good’ hormones in your brain, which eases the moodiness that comes along with menstruation. Choose the brands which have at least 70% cocoa for optimal health benefits.

Chamomile Tea

There are lots of health benefits associated with chamomile tea. One of them is easing menstrual pain. The reason is that the tea contains anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties that help reduce the severity of muscle spasms in the uterus that cause menstrual pain. It also has a relaxing effect which helps you fight sleep problems.

Spinach

A freshly made salad with lots of spinach and other leafy greens is a great remedy for menstrual pain. Spinach contains many nutrients that fight pain. They include vitamin E, vitamin B6, and magnesium. Toss some sliced tomatoes, onions and tarragon for a flavourful and pain-relieving spinach salad.

Kale

Kale is another ideal remedy for menstrual cramps. And one reason is that it is loaded with calcium. There is a growing body of research that claim calcium is an effective remedy for menstrual pain. While the main link is not yet established, experts believe that the role calcium plays is maintaining normal muscle tone during menstruation.

Ginger

In traditional Chinese medicine, ginger is one of the most popular remedies for menstrual pain. It is often infused in hot water to make tea. Ginger is one of the best foods that fight inflammation in the body, making it a powerful natural remedy for many types of pain, not just menstrual cramps.

Pineapple

Drinking pure, homemade pineapple juice can be a satisfying way to ease menstrual pain. This benefit comes from bromelain which is abundant in pineapples.

Walnuts

A handful of walnuts gives you a better edge at fighting menstrual cramps. Like fish, it contains omega-3 fatty acids that have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving benefits. It also has vitamin B6 which is highly effective in alleviating pain. One cup of chopped walnuts gives you 31% of the RDA of this vitamin.

Garlic

Adding extra garlic in your usual meals can save you from severe menstrual cramps. Garlic is another great anti-inflammatory spice which at the same time, has antibacterial properties.

See? There are so many natural remedies for pain, especially menstrual cramps. And the best thing is they aren’t hard to find. Many times, they are just sitting there in your kitchen counter.