Food supplements during painful periods, for or against?

 Back pain, intense fatigue and stomach ache, menstruation can sometimes be accompanied by painful symptoms particularly intense and/or unpleasant. THE menstrual disorders et menstrual pain should not be inevitable.

So to cope, live your period better and avoid the inconveniences which can really ruin your life, several solutions or avenues are considered. A better diet, a little sport, rest, good, gentle and healthy hygienic protection (the teen period panties or menstrual cups Loulou are the best!) are already good options. 

Louloucup is looking today at the question of food supplements. We are talking about it more and more live better period but also to fight dysmenorrhea (period pain). 

Are they really effective for painful periodss and period pain ? Which food supplements to favor? What food supplements to relieve dysmenorrhea? Louloucup helps you live more peacefully with your with medium flows and to finally no longer endure them, no longer have pain! 

What are food supplements?

Before going any further, a little reminder is in order. THE dietary supplement is a product which, as its name suggests, complements our diet, our basic diet, by providing certain benefits targets that we would lack. 

Today the food supplements are extremely varied. They are plant-based, nutrient-based, they are natural, organic or chemical. You can take it for almost everything: lose weight, accelerate hair growth, strengthen your immunity, be less stressed, be more concentrated, improve your venous circulation. 

The packaging, the natural side or even the shape (in the form of gummies similar to candy) encourage us to consume them with complete confidence. However, taking food supplements is far from trivial. We advise you to inform yourself and document yourself well before starting a treatment. We also invite you to read the ANSES survey: Food supplements, the need for informed consumption.

Also, we can only advise you to turn and prioritize a natural and organic food supplement if possible. THE price of food supplements are also very variable. We invite you to compare offers and brands. 

Food supplements and painful periods

What about the food supplements organic for periods? Are there food supplements for abdominal cramps, pre-menstrual pain and menstrual or iron deficiency, for example?

Star minerals and vitamins

Le magnesium comes up very often. Very good against muscle tension, magnesium can be used before the onset of periods to combat PMS, premenstrual syndrome. It is also interesting for soothing and erasing anxiety and stress.

Le fer is the other essential during menstruation. In women who experience particularly heavy periods, an iron deficiency is not surprising. To fill it, taking iron supplements is an obvious option.

Calcium and Vitamin E are also not to be neglected.

The most interesting plants

On the phytotherapy side, we will look for plants with actions in particular on muscle cramps and on the uterus area. 

• THEYarrow is a pretty white wildflower. With these numerous benefits, particularly antispasmodic, it soothes abdominal cramps. 
• La cinquefoil anserine, is also an antispasmodic plant, known to combat menstrual pain. 
• La feverfew also comes up very often among the food supplements dedicated to gynecological pain. 

Why do I have painful periods?

Before turning to food supplements. Why do I have pain during my period? Several reasons are possible to explain the menstrual pain or pre-menstrual pain.
In all cases, women's health and menstrual health must be taken very seriously. It is absolutely necessary to discuss this with a healthcare professional if your periods are disabling, exhausting, embarrassing, too heavy, painful, etc.

Because of the method of contraception

The copper IUD is undoubtedly a very practical form of contraception, but unfortunately it has some flaws. THE Copper IUD makes periods more intense and can also, but not always, make them more painful.

To learn more : Periods and Contraception, the consequences on your menstrual flow.

Because of a pathology

Endometriosis, PCOS, polyps, a pathology can cause Painful periods are the worst. It is then possible to stop this pain with the help of your midwife or gynecologist.

Painful periods: instructions for use

We had already discussed it here a long time ago, several solutions can be put in place to soothe painful periods, menstrual disorders and menstrual pain.

Warm

Hot bath, shower, hot water bottle, the heat relaxes the muscles contracted by the multiple contractions of your perineum. Warmth relieves, soothes and comforts. With warmth, you ensure your menstrual comfort.

A good diet

If, because of hormones, we have slightly strange cravings, a varied and balanced diet allows you to put all your chances on your side to avoid severe pain. So we favor during the days of menstruation a diet rich in fiber, vitamin C, slow sugars, iron, omega 3 and calcium. And if possible eco-friendly, of course.

Take care of yourself

These few days of loss and bleeding can be intense for the body. So slowing down and listening to yourself is an excellent idea. You can meditate, do relaxation exercises or even a little yoga or pilates. The most courageous can embark on a workout. The endorphin generated will be saving. In short, at Louloucup, we are fans of menstrual comfort for all women !

A good, comfortable menstrual routine with Louloucup

Finally, we can only advise you at Louloucup to put everything in place to better understand this time of the month: comfortable clothes, a lighter schedule but also and above all should offer superior hygienic protection and intimate that respect your skin and your health.

We have developed cups and sustainable panties et Washable, inexpensive and ecological which are very practical to use.

With our ultra-soft menstrual cups

Our cups Loulou are super soft. Made of medical silicone, they are made in France. Their shape is patented and they are very easy to insert. Our two models of menstrual cups are suitable for all menstrual flows. We are very proud of it. Plus, their price is low!

With our ultra-cool menstrual panties

Our teen period panties are all doubled in Oeko-Tex certified organic cotton. Tanga, shorty or panties, we offer various models for all tastes and styles with a wide variety of sizes du XXS au 5XL.

We also address teens who know their first periods, to young moms en plein post partum, than to pre-menopausal women. Light, medium or heavy menstrual flow, our period panties or menstrual panties are as soft as they are durable.

Has a price just don't forget to do your custom set of panties to save even more! Delivery is free.