Ayurvedic Tips for Dysmenorrhoea

DYSMENORRHOEA Ayurvedic Tips

Dysmenorrhoea may be seen in many women without any underlying disease. For diagnosis of severe conditions a detail of medical history is obtained and a physical examination is undertaken. If an abnormality is suspected tests suggested include –

• ultrasound of the abdomen
• imaging tests like a CT scan or MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging) study of the abdomen
• Laparoscopy to check the insides of the abdomen visually

Diet Recommendations (Aahar)

• Eating a healthy balanced diet. Eating warm and fresh foods
• Having fresh fruits like plums, dark grapes, apples, pomegranates.
• Eating more leafy vegetables
• Eating 5-6 small meals
• Regularly using ginger in food preparations
• Avoiding high fat and sugar
• Taking supplements like calcium, magnesium, vitamin E, B6,
• B12

Lifestyle changes (Vihar)

· Exercising regularly-minimum thrice a week

· Ensuring sound sleep of at least 6-8 hours

· Avoiding smoking and alcohol

· Reducing caffeine

Yoga: In Yoga, various types of Asanas have been mentioned. Among them Ushtrasana, Bhadrasana, Gomukhasana, and Vajrasana have a pain relieving effect.

Figure 1Ushtrasana

Figure 2Bhadrasana

Figure 3 Gomukhasana

Figure 4 Vajrasana