How Can I Slow Down My Menstrual Cycle?

Difficult menstrual cycles can be a troubling, yet unavoidable aspect of every women's life. While some women experience ferocious cramps, headaches and backaches, others are straddled with a heavy flow that requires a significant amount of attention throughout the day. No matter what symptoms accompany a women's period, there are several ways to slow down a menstrual cycle.

Things You'll Need

• Birth Control Pills
• Coriander
• Ginger
• Cloves
• Cinnamon
• Water
• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Whole Grains

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Instructions

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  Consult a doctor to see if birth control is a safe option for reducing your heavy period. Because excess bleeding during the menstrual cycle is often hormone related, the introduction of birth control hormones can help slow down menstrual cycle bleeding and pain.

• 2

  Refrain from ingesting stimulants while menstruating. Items that consist of caffeine, nicotine and amphetamines are shown to increase blood flow during menstruation.

• 3

  Drink homemade teas made of herbs known to reduce bleeding. Boil coriander, cinnamon, ginger and cloves in water. Strain and add sweetener to taste for a delicious and soothing remedy that can slow down a menstrual cycle.

• 4

  Avoid dairy, salt and alcohol and eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains while menstruating. Light alcohol consumption increases the body's sensitivity and can increase the intensity of moderate cramping. By avoiding these foods and beverages and loading up on organic plant foods, bleeding and other period symptoms can be reduced.

• 5

  Increase the intake of essential vitamins and minerals. Women who experience heavy bleeding should take iron supplements if they suffer from anemia. Introducing this mineral will increase levels of energy. Vitamin B6, calcium and magnesium can also aid in reducing heavy blood flow and severe menstrual symptoms.

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  Exercise for at least 30 minutes five times per week. Increased activity can help regulate irregular periods and normalize bleeding. While excessive exercise can cause menstrual cycles to stop, it is not a recommended or healthy way to slow down a menstrual cycle.