Top 7 Foods You Shouldn’t Eat While on
Your Period
If you don’t want to feel down during
your period, you should pay attention
to what you are eating during that time
of the month. Did you know that there
are certain foods you should avoid
eating while on your period? When it
comes to painful cramps, bloating and
mood swings, food plays an important
role. Although there is no magical cure
for PMS, check out the list of the foods
you shouldn’t eat while on your period
to feel better.
Foods You Shouldn’t Eat While on Your
Period
1. Processed foods
Processed foods are a quick and easy
choice, but they can make you feel even
worse. For instance, canned foods and
chips contain large amounts of sodium,
which can cause discomfort and
bloating. Choose wholesome foods
and healthy snacks, such as a handful
of unsalted nuts.
2. Fatty meats
Meats contain high amounts of
saturated fat, which can cause
inflammation and pain. Moreover, if
you are suffering from menstrual
cramps, these fats can worsen your
pain. This is one of the reasons why
you shouldn’t eat fatty meats while on
your period. However, if you can’t live a
day without meat, try eating lean meats
or fish.
3. Commercial baked goods
I know, all those baked goods are so
delicious, but unfortunately they
contain great amounts of trans-fats,
elevating the estrogen level. It can
cause a pain in the uterus, when you
are on your period. I suggest you to eat
bread that is rich in fiber instead. If you
stick to a healthy diet, opt for whole
grain bread.
4. Sugary foods
Cakes, cookies, candies and other
sugary foods are all unhealthy options
and you should never eat these foods,
especially if you want to stay healthy
and slim. Sugary foods boost your
mood for only a little while. During
your period, sugary foods worsen
menstrual cramps and can even make
you feel miserable. If you are craving
sugar, opt for some sweet fruits such
as peach, melon, or mango.
5. Ice cream, cheese and cream
I don’t know about you, but I like dairy
products, but they contain fats and
have the same effects as most fatty
meats. From personal experience, I can
recommend you to avoid eating ice
cream, cream and cheeses while on
your period. Also, try to avoid creamy
or cheesy dishes when cooking. If you
crave ice cream, choose a non-dairy
gelato with no added sugar.
6. Caffeine
Caffeine contributes to cramps and can
cause irregular periods. Moreover, it
can cause mood swings and sleep
difficulties. It’s recommended to avoid
drinking coffee during your period. You
can drink teas instead, though many of
them contain caffeine, but it has less
caffeine than coffee. It’s also
recommended to avoid drinking energy
drinks.
7. Alcohol
Alcohol worsens PMS symptoms and
cramps and it can also cause mood
swings and lead to depression. The
thing is, alcohol can act as a blood
thinner, increasing your flow and
causing more discomfort. Enjoy your
cup of tea and stay away from alcohol
and coffee.
Most women experience discomfort
during their period. If you are one of
them, avoiding consuming these foods
and drinks may be the perfect solution
for you. What’s your favorite food to
eat while on your period?

(Curled from gist4 today)