Things that go down the cycle

menstruation

The menstrual cycle is a group of physical changes that occur in females on a monthly basis; This is due to a change in the female hormones that cause regular bleeding from the uterus, and it flows through the vagina, and the menstrual cycle varies from one woman to another. It usually starts from the age of 12-13 years in Western countries, and the severity of bleeding may vary from one cycle to another, and the bleeding usually lasts from four to eight days, and this cycle causes many symptoms that usually begin before the bleeding occurs. Mood swings, fatigue, bloating , the appearance of pimples , irritability, and may cause chest pain, and it is worth noting that irregular menstruation is considered abnormal. ^[1]

Things that bring the cycle down

Some women may want to stimulate the start of their period because of its delay, irregularity, and other reasons. This is due to their increased tension, and there are several methods and materials that may help stimulate its descent, but it must be noted that these substances usually also stimulate abortion, meaning that if there is any chance of pregnancy, it is advised not to use these materials and methods, and the following are the most important ways to stimulate Menstruation: ^[2]

• Taking vitamin C: where there is a common belief that taking vitamin C may stimulate the menstrual cycle, but these are just beliefs, and there is no scientific evidence to prove this, it is also believed that this vitamin may increase levels of the hormone estrogen in women, as well as reduce levels of the hormone progesterone Progesterone), which leads to the contraction of the uterus, the dissolution of its lining, and thus the start of menstruation, and therefore it is possible to take supplements of this vitamin, or eat foods rich in it; Such as: citrus fruits, spinach , red and green peppers, and other sources.
• Eating turmeric: where it can affect turmeric in the levels of both estrogen and progesterone, and can be added to this type of spice to the diet by adding it to the rice, vegetables , and recipes of all kinds, or prepare hot milk with a drink, or water.
• Eating the asteroid cluster: where supplementation of the asteroid cluster, or as it is called a bug killer , can help to regulate the menstrual cycle and contract the uterus, which stimulates the shedding of its lining, and it is worth noting that this plant has properties similar to the hormone estrogen Therefore, this plant may interfere with the effectiveness of treatment that uses hormone replacement or birth control pills, and it may cause some side effects. Such as: nausea, low blood pressure , headache, and others. ^{[2] [3]}
• Drink ginger: It used ginger as a treatment popular to stimulate the menstrual cycle; This is because it causes uterine contractions, and it can be used by preparing ginger tea. By soaking its slices in water for seven minutes, then drinking it. On the other hand, one study indicated that ginger is an effective remedy for relieving symptoms of dysmenorrhea , and has similar efficacy to analgesics , in addition to this powder. The plant can be a treatment agent for this condition instead of using NSAIDs, or they can be used together., ^{[2] [4]}
• Drinking cinnamon tea: cinnamon is one of the spices that stimulates the contractility of the uterus, and therefore it is a good option to stimulate the start of the menstrual cycle, or to increase its intensity, and it can be taken to advance the session by one to two days, and it is worth noting that preparing a cinnamon drink is by adding cinnamon sticks to Water, boil it for five minutes, leave it to cool down, and then eat it, in addition to that, this type of spice helps relieve cramps associated with the menstrual cycle, relieve headache , vomiting, nausea, malaise, and tension. Regular menstruation; This is because it reduces the levels of the hormone progesterone, and increases the levels of endorphin , which enhances the blood circulation. ^[5]
• Eating parsley: where it can stimulate eating parsley start the flow of the menstrual cycle, so this kind of herbs may cause abortion when pregnant women. ^[6]
• Lifestyle change: Some changes in the menstrual cycle in women are due to excessive exercise , and in this case the treatment may be by reducing the times of exercising, or by reducing the intensity of these exercises, and on the other hand, tension may be another cause; Therefore, it is helpful to learn ways to manage stress. ^[7]

Causes of a delay in menstruation

There are many reasons that lead to a late menstruation, and the most important of these are: ^[8]

• Tension: the persistence of tension for long periods of time can affect the menstrual cycle by making it longer, or shorter than usual, or it may be absent completely for some months, in addition to that tension can cause an increase in the associated pain and cramps, and therefore it is recommended to exercise regularly, and get Get enough sleep and avoid stressors.
• Weight loss: Large weight loss or high-intensity exercise can lead to delayed menstruation, and thinness or low body fat levels may reduce levels of reproductive hormones . Thus , ovulation does not occur , and menstruation does not occur .
• Obesity: Weight gain can affect menstruation, and in the event that a woman suffers from obesity , and from interruption of her period, she needs to consult a doctor. Because this could be an indicator of other health problems. Such as: Polycystic ovary syndrome.
• Birth control: some methods of contraception can cause an absence in the menstrual cycle. As hormonal birth control methods; Which makes the lining of the uterus very thin, which limits the descent of menstruation, and in this case it is recommended to consult a doctor.
• Hormonal changes: the imbalance in some hormones can lead to a delay or absence of the menstrual cycle. Such as: an imbalance in the thyroid hormone and prolactin hormone ; These conditions are usually treated with medication.
• PCOS: Women who suffer from PCOS usually have abnormal hormone levels, and this is accompanied by irregularity, or absence of menstruation.

References

1. ↑ "About the menstrual cycle" , www.jeanhailes.org.au , Retrieved 26-3-2019 . Edited.
2. ^ ^{A b v} Becky Young (11-1-2018), "12 the Natural Ways To Induce of a the Period" , Www.healthline.com , Retrieved 26-3-2019. Edited.
3. ↑ Cathy Wong (7-3-2019), "The Health Benefits of Black Cohosh" , www.verywellhealth.com , Retrieved 3 / 16-2019 . Edited.
4. ↑ James Daily, Xin Zhang, BS Sol Kim, MS Park ( 21 December 2015 ), “Efficacy of Ginger for Alleviating the Symptoms of Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials , ” www.academic. oup.com , Retrieved 26-3-2019 . Edited.
5. ↑ Sheila Sedicias (1-2019), “Late period: how can cinnamon tea help” , www.tuasaude.com , Retrieved 26-3-2019 . Edited.
6. ↑ "PARSLEY" , www.rxlist.com , Retrieved 26-3-2019 . Edited.
7. ↑ Traci Johnson (9-3-2017), "Why Is My Period So Random?" , www.webmd.com , Retrieved 26-3-2019. Edited.
8. ↑ Nicole Galan (11-7-2017), "Eight possible causes of a late period" , www.medicalnewstoday.com , Retrieved 3-26-2019. Edited.