Regular periods can be one of the most frustrating symptoms of PCOS. Luckily, there are natural methods available that can help regulate them.
Parsley can act as an emmenagogue to promote menstruation. The leaf contains two active ingredients that stimulate uterine contractions and hasten menstruation.
1. Vitamin C Rich Foods
Regular menstruation cycles are vitally important for female health; however, some women experience difficulty with their menstrual cycles due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is an endocrine condition which causes hormonal imbalances within the body causing irregular periods, missed periods, or even stopping ovulation altogether.
Regaining periods naturally may be possible using certain foods and exercises, without having to resort to drastic measures like surgery. While they won’t cure PCOS directly, these lifestyle changes could help regulate your menstrual cycle while improving overall health – including eating whole food diet, participating in physical activities such as running and practising yoga.
Reducing inflammation is key to getting your periods back. This can be accomplished through eliminating foods known to trigger inflammation and taking anti-inflammatory supplements like turmeric, omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants such as NAC. Furthermore, practicing relaxation techniques like meditation or yoga is also vital.
Foods rich in Vitamin C can aid the proper functioning of the uterus and help induce menstruation. Examples include citrus fruits, kiwi fruit and tomatoes. Consuming such items increases levels of oestrogen in your body which aid in contractions and ovulation.
Of course, one natural way to initiate menstruation involves eating foods high in folic acid and vitamin B9 such as cruciferous vegetables such as kale, broccoli and cauliflower that also provide fiber and essential nutrients necessary for menstruation.
Celery juice may also help regulate your period. Celery contains blood-generating properties which may assist with menstruation. Take celery juice twice daily to restore regular periods.
Coriander seeds are another natural way to jump-start a menstrual cycle, as they contain substances called apiol and myristicin which stimulate uterine contractions and can trigger period-like symptoms. You can enjoy eating coriander seeds directly or using it in herbal tea form.
If you are having difficulties with your menstrual cycle, speaking to a gynaecologist may help identify appropriate treatments. They may prescribe hormone pills which will support ovulation and periods.
2. Exercise
Women’s menstrual cycles are controlled by their ovaries, which produce estrogen and progesterone as well as small amounts of androgens (male hormones). Their pituitary gland then secretes follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), to control egg development before being released for fertilization each month through ovulation – failure of which could result in irregular or stopped periods.
There can be numerous causes for missed or irregular periods, including health conditions and medications. Therefore, it’s essential that you speak to your healthcare provider regarding these causes of your missed periods in order to determine if lifestyle adjustments could provide relief.
Studies have demonstrated the benefits of regular physical exercise on women’s health, including helping reduce symptoms associated with PCOS (such as irregular or stopped periods). Physical activities that qualify as exercise include walking, swimming or participating in yoga classes – however always consult a physician prior to beginning any new physical activities regimens.
If you have PCOS, it is recommended to eat a balanced diet including ample proteins, fats and carbs. Sugary foods should be limited as they can cause your blood sugar to spike and create insulin resistance. Sleep is also crucial; lack of it can disrupt hormones which in turn could throw off periods. Meditation or deep breathing techniques may help relax you into better restful slumber.
Weight loss can increase your chances of having regular periods. Overweight people often struggle with irregular or stopped periods, especially those diagnosed with PCOS. Exercise can help control insulin and hormone levels within your body to help you lose weight; altering diet or adding supplements may also help regulate periods.
3. Yoga
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) affects women by creating insulin resistance, leading to excess androgens production from their ovaries and leading to missed or irregular periods. While women with PCOS often produce just one egg monthly that gets fertilized by sperm, those suffering with PCOS may experience missed periods or irregular ones instead. Luckily, natural methods exist that can stimulate and regulate your menstrual cycle and restore it back into its regular pattern – even without surgery!
Yoga can help to relieve some of the signs and symptoms of PCOS, including irregular menstruation. By practicing various poses to ease menstrual cramps and improve blood flow to reproductive organs, which in turn may aid ovulation, yoga can provide some relief during periods for people suffering from PCOS who experience abdominal discomfort during their periods. Here are a few poses to try:
The Boat Pose This pose strengthens hips while alleviating menstrual cramps. Additionally, it increases flexibility by stretching shoulders and back. To perform it, start by lying on your back with legs together, pushing hips forward as far as you can while stretching neck as far as possible; hold this position for 20 to 25 seconds then return to kneeled sitting position; repeat 4 or 5 times each session.
The Pigeon Pose is another yoga posture to alleviate menstrual cramps, stretching both hips and lower back while aiding ovulation. To perform it, lie on your stomach on the floor with your hands beneath you, bend your right leg forward while pushing hips forward, stretching neck muscles forward slightly and stretching hamstrings simultaneously; hold this pose for 20 to 25 seconds before slowly returning back to its starting position.
Yoga can help restore your period by strengthening insulin resistance and balancing hormone levels in your body. Poor sleeping can contribute to hormonal imbalances that lead to missed or irregular periods, while chronic stress can disrupt menstruation cycles – but there are various techniques available for managing stress such as meditation, deep breathing, and yoga to ease it.
4. Massage
If your menstrual cycle has become irregular, natural solutions could be just what’s needed to get it back on track. Women living with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) commonly experience irregular or stopped periods as one symptom of PCOS as well as related issues like pelvic inflammation, restricted blood flow issues, digestive difficulties or mental health symptoms such as stress and anxiety.
Medical doctors may suggest oral contraceptives as a solution to missing or irregular periods, yet this does not address their source: hormonal imbalance and ovulation problems. Luckily, there are natural methods available that may help return your periods naturally, including diet modification, supplements, exercise programs, herbs, massage techniques and stress reduction strategies.
Massage to the lower abdomen has been found to increase circulation and stimulate ovulation, as well as alleviate bloated uteri in some instances. By including such methods into your wellness routine this September, you will likely find relief from symptoms while restoring equilibrium within your body.
Acupuncture is another natural approach to managing periods. Electroacupuncture in particular can be especially useful for PCOS, ovulation and menstrual issues; using low frequency vibration to stimulate ovulation. Furthermore, traditional acupuncture may not be effective enough in helping those experiencing loss of menstruation to regulate their periods.
Yoga can be an invaluable way to restore your period. One pose that can assist in this effort is the bow pose (Dhanurasana). This pose helps strengthen core muscles while simultaneously helping regulate menstruation by decreasing excess estrogen hormone that inhibits ovulation and lower fertility levels. Furthermore, practicing this pose improves overall quality of life.