The monthly menstrual cycle is often accompanied by a lot of symptoms like fatigue, bloating, mood swings and cramps. The symptoms are even worse for some, making the entire period a big struggle. In between the unbearable cramping and mood swings, all you do is reach out for some comfort food. But unfortunately, there are some foods that can make your period symptoms even worse and you surely do not want that to happen! Here are the few foods to avoid during your menstruation.

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CAFFEINE

If you do not want to make your period worse, cut back on your caffeine intake. Try to avoid or if you need coffee, just stick to half cup of coffee per day. Having excessive coffee can cause vasoconstriction, the narrowing of blood vessels, which can worsen your cramps during period! It can also increase discomfort and bloating.

DAIRY

Having a lot of dairy products is not the best idea, as it can cause cramping. Dairy products like milk, cheese, and ice cream contain arachidonic acid an omega-6 fatty acid, which can increase inflammation and can intensify your period pain. Try to avoid for the first 3 days.

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SALTY FOODS

This is the time where you tend to crave for high sodium foods! Foods containing a high amount of sodium should be avoided during the monthly menstrual cycle. Taking food containing a high amount of sodium can make the bloating and water retention in your body even worse. Stay away from chips, crackers and french fries.

SUGARY FOODS

Your blood sugar fluctuates a lot when you are menstruating. If you consume more sweet things during this phase, it adds fuel to fire. Your blood sugar level will rise and drop drastically.Sugar is inflammatory and can increase cramping and you surely do not want this to happen. Refined sugar also causes your body to retain sodium and water, which leads to bloating and mood swings. Take dark chocolates little, if you are craving for something sweet.

CARBONATED DRINKS

It’s no surprise that fizzy drinks can cause a ton of gas bloating. While this might be fine when you’re not on your period, drinking carbonated drinks during period doesn’t heal cramps like some people believe! It is completely bad. It is high in sugar and it can make cramps more intense.

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