Mentrual Cycle and Bloating

Ladies do you ever wonder why during your menstrual cycle you feel bloated and water logged? Well bloating during menstrual cycle is caused by the release of mineralocorticoids, a hormone which regulates levels in fluid electrolytes and sodium. Essentially, when your body releases mineralocorticoids, your sodium level go up, hence you start to retain water. Some women bloat more than others, particularly in the abdominal area.

So how can you combat this issue? Well the first thing I suggest is to get to know your body, to point where you can pinpoint when your cycle will occur. FYI, there are several sites such as http://www.pinkperiod.com/Home.asp, which can help you to actively track when your cycle will occur. By knowing when your cycle will happen, it will allow to take preemptive actions. For example, when you get close to your cycle, try eating smaller meals and avoiding salt, and water-retention levels can decrease. You can also supplement with herbal products such as dandelion root, which acts as a natural diuretic in the body. Vegetables such as Asparagus, contains asparigine - a chemical alkaloid that boosts kidney performance, thereby allowing the body release water more effectively. Also the fruit Black Currant has high potassium levels. Potassium counteracts the amount of sodium your body retains, which of course allows you to hold on to a little less water. Finally, if possibly be sure to continue to exercise. Naturally, when you exercise, you sweat which allows you to hold on to less water.

I hope you found this random tip useful :). Stay fit and well family