3 foods that help reduce MENSTRUAL CRAMPS!

Hey everyone! In this video I talk about three foods (well... technically two foods and one group of foods) that can help reduce menstrual cramping. PLEASE NOTE: while these foods can help reduce inflammation and support a healthy period, they are by no means a magic pill that will 'cure' severe cramping. If you struggle with severe menstrual cramping (dysmenorrhea) it is important to talk to your doctor.

I hope you enjoy this video, please let me know if you have any questions!

Studies on Turmeric (Curcumin):
Curcumin & inflammation: https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/20/5/9... & pain relief: https://www.naturalmedicinejournal.co...
Curcumin & anti inflammatory bio markers: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2...
Curcumin & PMS: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2...

Studies on Ginger:
Ginger & PMS: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2...
Ginger and Dysmenorrhea: https://academic.oup.com/painmedicine... of ginger on menstrual pain: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... of oral ginger on period pain: https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam...
Effects of ginger and pain relief for dysmenorrhea: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
Ginger for period pain relief vs. OTC medication: https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.108...
Ginger and heavy menstrual bleeding: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2...

Other studies:
Herbs and spices & inflammation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2...
Natural anti inflammatory pain relief: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
Turmeric and iron: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1...

Always speak with your doctor before taking a new supplement.

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Who Am I: My name is Crystal, I am a menstrual wellness educator with a huge passion for menstrual health and plant based nutrition. Years ago, I began living in sync with my cycle and it completely changed my life! Now I am here to help you get to know your flow because your cycle matters and cycle awareness is your super power.