An Exclusive Review on Menstrual Problems
June 2022
in “
Foodsci: Indian journal of research in foods and nutrition
”
TLDR Eating better, exercising, staying clean during periods, and learning about health can help reduce menstrual problems and improve life quality.
The document reviews the menstrual cycle, a complex process controlled by various glands and hormones in the body, with an average span of 28-29 days. The review focuses on various perimenstrual and menstrual problems, including dysmenorrhoea, irregular periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, uterine fibroids, and menstrual migraines, among others. These issues are prevalent in both adolescent girls and women, with potential causes being lifestyle changes, improper diet, and lack of physical activity leading to hormonal imbalances. The conclusion suggests that changes in dietary patterns, improved lifestyle with beneficial exercises, maintaining hygiene during menstruation, and health education can help reduce menstrual problems and improve quality of life.
