Reduces PMS Symptoms: Apple cider vinegar may also help treat a variety of Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms like bloating, water retention, cramping, headaches, irritability and fatigue. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and a little honey into a glass of water and stir well. Drink this solution once or twice daily.
Avoid sugary treats. Eat only one or two servings of milk and other dairy foods daily. In addition, drink no more than a small glass of fruit juice daily.
Alcohol: As it is pro-inflammatory in the body, alcohol can affect your blood sugar and fluid levels, which in turn can disrupt your appetite, increasing your cravings. , Alcohol can also affect your mood as well as leave you feeling bloated.
Sugary foods: Sugar is also pro-inflammatory in the body and can cause a sudden spike in your blood sugar levels, boosts your energy instantly. But it won’t last long and your energy levels will crash suddenly, leaving you even more tired than before.
Fried foods: A study by the Department of Nutrition, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, suggested that fried foods can cause inflammation and increase pain during your period.
Salty foods: High sodium intake can disturb the body's water balance and also lead to dehydration. This is because salt is hygroscopic in nature or in simpler words, absorbs water in your body and could also lead to water retention and bloating. Go easy on your intake of junk food, which usually has extremely high sodium levels.
Processed & salty foods: As these foods are often high in sodium, it may leave you feeling even more bloated, sluggish and uncomfortable. Avoid foods that come in a package.
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