Reduce the overall malaise with our tips.
1. Take a shower or bath
The warm water makes you relax and that can help to reduce any cramps.
2. Place a hot water bottle against your stomach
Not everyone is a fan, but for some it eases the discomfort.
3. Eat healthy
Of course you can give in to your craving for chocolate, but also try to feed your body with the right nutrients. Read our nutrition tips for during your period.
4. Sex
There are studies that claim that orgasm can reduce menstrual pain. Can anyone confirm this? If it makes you feel good, just go for it. From the third day of your period, you would also get excited faster.
Read also: 5 things you should know about sex during your period
5. Move
It's good to just exercise when you have your period. If you prefer to stay on the couch, it can be good to encourage yourself to move. If it's a walk, or a quiet yoga class. It will do you good in the end.
Read also: Swallowing the pill, good or bad?
