Tag: Period Pain

Ease Pain and Inflammation with Turmeric

It’s known for its mildly pungent, earthy flavour and vibrant orange–yellow hue, making it an essential ingredient for many types of curries. But did you know there’s more to turmeric than its use in food? Turmeric has long been used for the treatment of rheumatic and inflammatory conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis.  It has demonstrated Read More …

Hormones Out Of Balance?

Do you suffer from: * irregular or heavy periods  * weight gain * fluid retention                        * low libido * breast tenderness               * sleep disturbances * headaches                            * foggy head * mood swings                        * thinning of scalp hair?  If the answer is YES to some or all of these you could have symptoms of oestrogen dominance (and progesterone Read More …

Why We Need Sleep

Sleep allows the body to recuperate and repair so it is not surprising that inadequate sleep, particularly over a period of time, can affect us negatively.  Lack of sleep can lead to: * changes in glucose regulation * changes in blood pressure * altered cognitive function  * poor immune function * hormonal changes  * increased Read More …

Bad period pain?

A recent study has found that Ginger was as effective as mefenamic acid (eg Ponstan) and ibuprofen (eg Nurofen) in relieving pain in women with severe period cramping. The participants took one capsule of dried Ginger rhizome (root) powder four times a day for the first three days of their period.  Other groups in the Read More …