Irregular periods are medically known as oligomenorrhea , which is considered to be quite a common problem in women. Caused by various factors like weight loss, medical condition and lifestyle, this common problem has the ability to result in unwarranted stress and tension which lead us to look around for solutions that are safe and natural.
And guess what, we found them in the nature's basket. From the beneficial parsley to the healing vitamin C-rich fruits, nature has provided us a basket-full of home remedies to treat irregular and late monthly cycle.
Here's a list of some of the most effective natural ways you can induce your periods (when it's irregular) :
*Note: The emmenagogues listed in this article can be mildly abortifacient ( which will cause miscarriage). So if you are late on your period because you are pregnant then they might cause you to have a miscarriage. Hence, consult a doctor and consume these foods carefully.
Parsley Parsley has been traditionally used for inducing menstruation for centuries. "Apiol and myristicin, two substance contained in parsley, stimulate contractions of the uterus," notes Dr. LovneetBatra, Clinical Nutritionist Fortis La Famme, which results in the inducing effect of your monthly cycle. How to use: Your daily dose of parsley should be 6 g of dried parsley leaf which can consumed in 3 doses of 2 g each, boiled in 150 ml of water, advices Dr. Batra. Or drink parsley tea twice a day.
Papayas
Ginger
Celery
Coriander seeds
Fennel seeds (Saunf) Fennel seeds, also known as saunf in Hindi, can be boiled in water to make a fragrant tea that should be consumed every morning on an empty stomach in order to regulate your period and have a healthy flow. How to use: Mix 2 tsp of fennel seeds in a glass of water and leave it overnight. Strain the water and drink it in the morning
Fenugreek seeds (Methi) Fenugreek, or methi, seeds are recommended by experts to induce period. How to use: Drink fenugreek seeds boiled in water.
Pomegranate
Vitamin C foods High doses of vitamin C can induce menses by increasing the levels of estrogen in the body. Increased levels of this hormone stimulates uterine contractions, which in turn stimulates bleeding. Vitamin C can also reduce progesterone levels, which initiate the breakdown of the uterine walls, leading to an early period. Foods rich in vitamin C such as citrus fruits, kiwis, and vegetables such as tomatoes, broccoli and bell peppers can be included in your daily diet.
Carrot Another food that's rich in carotene, carrot can be consumed plain or in the form of juice as many as 3 times a day.
Jaggery (Gur) Jaggery when mixed with ginger, sesame seed and carom seed is an effective natural home remedy to prepone periods.
Turmeric Boil a spoon of turmeric in a glass of water and consume it twice a day to have your periods induced, probably 10 days before your expected date.
Dates Dates are known to generate heat in the body. Eat dates all day in a well-measured quantity to induce periods before the due date.
Pumpkin The carotene present in pumpkins is a great mechanism in inducing periods.
Salmon Salmon has the properties of improving and stabilising your hormones and thus resulting in getting rid of menstruation issues. Other types of fish and fish oil are also useful in regulating your period.
Almonds These healthy and nutritious nuts are rich in fiber and protein that help balance your hormones and get regular periods.
Pineapple Contains heat generating properties in the form of, pineapple can be taken in large quantities.
Grapes A glass of fresh grape juice every morning can help you get rid of irregular period.
Yogurt Although yogurt has a cooling effect on your body, it helps regulate your period.
Eggs Eggs are rich in proteins that help your body deal with menstrual problems.
(Inputs: Health Me Up, Z Living)
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