How to Relieve PMS Bloating Naturally

Many women experience bloating before or during their menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. This produces a full sensation or tightness around the abdomen, and you might notice an increase in your body weight during this time. But fortunately, there are tricks to naturally remedy PMS bloating.

Things You'll Need

• Supplements
• Water

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Instructions

• 1

  Take calcium or magnesium supplements. Calcium and magnesium naturally reduces water weight. Increase your intake of these supplements days before your menstrual cycle to ward off fluid retention and bloating. Take 1,200 milligrams of calcium and 400 milligrams of magnesium.

• 2

  Decrease sodium. To stop PMS bloating naturally, lower your sodium intake to 1,500 mg a day. Consume fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoid high-sodium foods such as fast foods and processed foods.

• 3

  Drink plenty of fluids. Water is a quick remedy for water weight. Get rid of excess fluid in your body by consuming eight glasses of water a day.

• 4

  Monitor your caffeine intake. Drink one 8-oz. glass of caffeinated soda, tea or coffee to reduce bloating. Caffeine is a natural diuretic. However, excessive caffeine can lead to dehydration and fluid retention.

• 5

  Limit intake of certain foods. Carbonated drinks, red meat and dairy can slow digestion and cause gas and bloating. Avoid these foods and drinks to remedy PMS bloating.

• 6

  Exercise to reduce bloating. Light exercises can remedy a host of PMS symptoms such as mood swings, cramping and bloating. Exercise 30 minutes a day (walking, swimming or biking) to prompt circulation and the expulsion of excess fluids.