Alas! 5 effective ways of reducing menstrual cramps

Piece by: Caroline Mutembei
Lifestyle

We, ladies, are so different, but there’s one thing that unites us. It is the pain we endure every month like clockwork. Yes, ladies, I mean period cramps.

Here are 13 ways to help you fight those lady pains and easily survive this time of the month.

Check them out!

Apply heat

Grab a hot water bottle or a heating patch, put it on your stomach, and feel the enjoyable warmth killing your pain.

Have a warm bath

Heat helps relieve period pain.

Besides, a bath is also a great way to relax both physically and mentally.

Fill a tub with hot water, add some body wash, pour in 2-3 tablespoons of ground ginger, turn on your favourite music, make yourself a cup of tea, and enjoy!

Have sex

According to various studies, sex strengthens the immune system, relieves headaches, and even improves memory.

You probably know that orgasms cause the release of hormones which helps reduce the perception of pain.

Sleep well

Sleeping in the fetal position-which involves curling yourself as it relaxes the muscles around your belly and reduces pain.

Moreover, as your legs are squeezed, there are fewer chances of a leak.

Hydrate yourself

As weird as it may sound, drinking more water prevents fluid retention in your body.

This will ease or even help you avoid swelling and bloating.

To make the effect better, you can try drinking warm or hot water instead of cold water.

It will eliminate the pain by relaxing your muscles.