I remember the first time I had my period, I was in the 8th grade. I was at school and I remember feeling cold and sick. I was also irritable and uncomfortable. I definitely knew that it was my period. When I was younger, I always enjoyed learning about body care.
My favorite book to read at the time was the American Girl’s series, The Care & Keeping of You. It prepared me for what getting my period would be like.
Now I use my Samsung Health app to track when my next period will come, especially during the moments I act crazier than usual. It’s reassuring.
Even as an adult, I am still learning how to embrace my period. Every month, I dreaded the pain I would feel on the first two days. Sometimes the pain was so unbearable I would curl up in a ball on the floor because my body would hurt everywhere including in my joints. On top of that, my toes were ice cold.
Being the holistic woman I am, thanks to my mother and grandmother, I figured out that drinking ginger tea helps relieve pain during my period. The first time I had it, it was like a miracle. I felt nothing or if I did, it was mild.
Benefits:
- Reduces Stress – Promotes relaxation and reduces stress levels.
- Enhances Immunity – Contains antioxidants that strengthen your immune system.
- Improves Blood Circulation – Enhance blood flow.
- Reduces Menstrual Cramps – Anti-inflammatory effects help relieve cramps.
- Anti-Inflammatory Relief – Reduces pain & inflammation from bloating and joint pain.
- Reduces Tenderness – Eases sore/breast tenderness.
The list goes on and on but these are a few of the highlights that stood out to me.
Sometimes I would try to drink ginger tea days before my period. So, the discomfort would subside beforehand. But if I forgot, to help kick start the tea the day of my period, is a nice hot shower, chocolate, and a nap while wrapped up in layers of clothing. Sometimes exercise would help too.
If you have awful PMS symptoms, give ginger tea a try then, leave a comment if you notice a difference.
*Friendly reminder: I’m not a medical professional—try ginger tea for mild period relief at your own expense, and remember to consult your healthcare provider!*
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