A regular menstrual cycle is considered to be 28 days long. If your periods start less than 24 days after the last period ended or more than 38 days since your last period, they may be considered to be irregular. The odd irregular period is nothing to worry about. Here are a few home remedies that can help regulate irregular menstruation.
Practice yoga
Yoga can be very effective in the treatment of irregular menstruation. It can help lower hormone levels, reduce menstrual pain, depression, anxiety and other emotional issues associated with the menstrual cycle. Yoga has no side effects and is safe to practice but if you haven’t practiced yoga ever before, consider joining a beginner level class.
Weight management
Being underweight or overweight can contribute to irregular menstruation. Women who are overweight tend to have heavier than normal periods. This is mainly because of the way fat cells interact with insulin. Losing weight through a balanced diet plan and regular exercise can help regulate the bleeding and duration of the menstrual cycle.
Regular exercise
Exercise can help maintain a healthy BMI and help treat primary dysmenorrhea. It also helps regulate hormone production levels. Ideally, you should aim at exercising for at least one hour every day. Low impact exercises like walking, running, swimming or cycling can be great ways to get active.
Ginger
Ginger can help regulate irregular menstruation and reduce the bleeding experienced with every cycle. It can also help relieve physical and emotional symptoms of PMS. To use ginger you can add it to the food being cooked or drink a cup of ginger tea.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon has a number of benefits for women with menstrual troubles. It can regulate the menstrual cycles, reduce menstrual bleeding and relieve the pain associated with menstruation. Cinnamon is also a very effective way of treating vomiting and nausea related to primary dysmenorrhea.
Get your daily vitamins
Some studies have linked vitamin D deficiency with irregular menstruation. Thus getting a little extra vitamin D can help regulate periods. It can also help treat depression and aid in weight loss. Similarly, taking vitamin B supplements can also lower the risk of PMS symptoms and help regulate periods. If your diet does not give you sufficient vitamins, you may want to consider taking vitamin supplements.
Apple cider vinegar
Drinking 15ml of apple cider vinegar every day can help regulate menstruation for women suffering from PCOS. It can also help lose weight and regulate insulin levels. Since apple cider vinegar is difficult to consume on its own, you can dilute it with a glass of water. The best time to drink this is at the start of the day.
Pineapple
Pineapples are rich sources of an enzyme known as bromelain. This plays an important role in softening the lining of the uterus. It has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties and can help relieve headaches and menstrual cramps. It can also help regulate menstrual periods. Pineapple can be eaten raw or cooked.
