How To Get Regular Periods Naturally

Regulate your periods: 5 ways to regulate an irregular menstrual cycle

Most of us have experienced a delayed period or have missed a period at one point or another. Usually irregular periods are caused by hormonal imbalance and can be treated easily. A menstrual cycle is normally 28 days but can range from 21 to 38 days. Your periods are irregular if the time between your periods begins to change and the number of days for which you bleed changes a lot. Irregular periods are caused due to changes in the level of the hormones, progesterone and estrogen. Other possible reasons are excessive exercise, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), using medication, changing birth control pills, having an intrauterine device, uterine fibroids, thyroid issues, stress and breastfeeding or pregnancy. Here are some natural ways to regulate your periods. (ALSO READ Can you get periods twice a month?)Also Read - Air Pollution Crisis : Expert Tips to Protect Yourself From Unhealthy Air | Watch Video

1. Drink grape juice

Loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A, copper, potassium, pectin and pantothenic acid, grapes are great for regulating your menstrual cycle. This tasty juice will lower the chances of an irregular period. Drink a glass of grape juice every day.(ALSO READ Why breasts sore before period: Here's everything you should know about premenstrual breast swelling). Also Read - Anxiety Can be Treated With Moderate And Strenuous Exercise: Study

2. Practice yoga

Yoga

Yoga is great remedy for all menstrual issues. It is effective in treating irregular periods. If you are physically fit then your menstrual cycle will be regular and yoga will help you to stay active and healthy. All the yoga poses related to abdomen are good for regulating your menstrual cycle. Yoga also regulates your metabolic rate, reduce stress and balance the hormones. Also Read - Revealed! Disha Patani's Fitness Secret Is Out Now: Watch Video to Find Out How To Be In Shape Like Her

3. Apply castor oil

Castor is effective home remedy for irregular menstrual cycle. All you have to do is dip a soft cloth in warm castor oil and place it on the lower part of your abdomen. Now, place a hot water bag on top of it and use a towel to cover it. Keep it for an hour every day. Do this for a month to regulate your periods. (ALSO READ How to get pregnant fast with irregular periods: Tips to improve the chances of getting pregnant with irregular menstrual cycle)

4. Change your lifestyle

Exercise

One of the main reasons for irregular period is extreme weight changes. Try to maintain your weight by changing your lifestyle slightly. Start exercising and be active. Excessive exercising can also lead to irregular periods, so try to lower the intensity of your workout or exercise less often. (ALSO READ Treat Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome with yoga: These are 5 yoga asanas for PCOS treatment )

5. Manage stress by meditation

Stress is another cause for irregular periods. If there is an increase in the stress levels, then there will be change in your menstrual cycle. Practicing meditation can help you ease the stress and regulate your periods. You can practice yoga or other methods for stress relief.

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Published Date: April 19, 2017 5:25 PM IST