I don’t know any girl who actually looks forward to her period, but I know plenty of you look for remedies for your period issues. There may be times of relief when it finally does arrive after a non-planned pregnancy scare, but I still doubt that anyone truly LOVES to get her period. That’d because there are so many horrid side effects that seem to come with it! Add up all the cramping and bloating and cravings…it’s enough to make any girl go crazy! Not to mention those around her of course! So I decided to write an article on possible remedies for those issues. You may not know this, but there are things you can do to make your monthly cycle easier on you! Ready to find out what simple measures YOU can take to fix those period pickles? Keep reading my article for 9 remedies for your period issues!

1. Cramping

Cramping is probably one of the worst period problems that women all over the world experience. Cramping occurs because a woman’s cervix has to open a little bit in order to let your flow out. Your uterine muscles contract to shed its lining and that’s what causes cramping. In order to prevent cramps, timing is everything. The morning your period is due to arrive, pop two over-the-counter anti-inflammatory pain relievers and continue taking them every six hours. This ensures that the medicine stays in your system. While you wait for the pills to take effect, try applying adhesive heat wraps to your abdomen. They can be neatly concealed underneath your clothes!

2. Menstrual Migraines

Menstrual migraines are probably the second most-hated symptoms of our monthly cycle. Thankfully, there is a remedy for this period issue as well! Migraines are caused by blood vessels that enlarge in your head. To stop a migraine in its tracks, pop a painkiller and wash it down with a caffeinated drink. Why? It’s believed by doctors that caffeine helps constrict blood vessels so there’s your excuse to have that Dr. Pepper you’ve been wanting! Also remember migraines are encouraged by bright lights and noisy environments, so try and chill in a dark, quiet place. You may also want to avoid migraine causing foods and beverages, such as red wine, cheese and chocolate.