Foods and drinks to avoid during menstruation

Salty food

Nutritionist Ro Huntriss (working in the UK) said that eating too much salty food during menstruation can cause bloating and gas. The reason for this condition is that the body retains more sodium and causes water retention, according to the Daily Mail .

Choose fresh, whole foods while on your period and season your meals with herbs and spices instead of salt to help reduce water retention.

Eating too much salty food during your period can cause bloating and gas.

Sweets

Eating foods high in refined sugar can cause blood sugar spikes. This can exacerbate the mood swings, fatigue, and irritability that often accompany menstruation.

A 2018 study published in the journal BMC Women's Health found that women who regularly ate a lot of sugary snacks tended to experience more menstrual cramps than those who ate less.

Nutritionist Sophie Dillon (working in the UK) said that replacing sugary sweets with fruit, as well as maintaining a balance between protein and fiber in meals will help stabilize mood.

Caffeine

During menstruation, when hormonal fluctuations occur, consuming beverages containing large amounts of caffeine such as coffee, strong tea, etc. can increase symptoms such as breast tenderness, discomfort and sleep disturbances, as well as affect mental health by increasing anxiety.

Switching to caffeine-free herbal teas or cutting back on caffeine may help manage these symptoms better, says Dillon.

Ale

Alcohol is a beverage that can make you feel bloated. It also increases bloating and mood disorders.

"If you find yourself feeling more sensitive during your period, you should find a non-alcoholic alternative to keep the situation from getting worse," says Huntriss.

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