As if cramping wasn’t enough, periods can be accompanied by a barrage of other unwanted symptoms.
So how exactly do the two go hand in hand?
It actually makes a lot more sense than you may think.
They often have an effect on period bloating.
However, other hormones can cause these cravings, too.
“Hormones, such as serotonin, decrease when menses start,” Oluwakemi M. Edokpayi MD toldPopsugar.
“These decreases can change your mood, making you crave certain foods.
And when you eat certain foods, serotonin and dopamine can be released, thus improving your mood.”
Another way to reduce bloating through dietary changes is to see to it you’re drinking enough water.
It may seem contradictory, seeing as you’re introducing more fluid into the body.
But staying hydrated can stop your body from retaining water.
According toMedical News Today, you should aim to drink two liters a day to stay hydrated.
