How to correct the cycle of period - #25978

When a teenage girl is experiencing irregular menstrual cycles, especially with such frequency, it can often be due to natural body adjustments as her system continues to mature. In Ayurveda, this could relate to hormonal imbalances usually connected with the Vata dosha, which governs movement and change. Here are a few natural strategies that might help balance her cycle:

Firstly, try to enhance her diet by including more sattvic foods. This means offering her ample green vegetables like spinach, broccoli, and carrots, which can help to nourish the blood and balance hormones. Encouraging the consumption of seasonal fruits like pomegranate or papaya may also be beneficial. Papaya, in particular, is known for its properties in boosting estrogen, which can regulate periods.

Increasing hydration is crucial too. Encourage her to drink warm water throughout the day which can aid digestion and eliminate ama (toxins) that may be obstructing hormone flow. Herbal teas, particularly those with ginger or fennel, might prove useful for her digestive fire (agni) and can facilitate hormonal stabilization.

An Ayurvedic massage with warm sesame oil two or three times a week in the evening may enhance circulation and promote relaxation, supporting regular cycles. She can apply it gently to her abdomen and legs before a shower.

Regular physical activity, such as yoga or even a brisk walk, can also have positive effects. Aim for 30 minutes a day, doing poses that enhance grounding and balance, like Vrikshasana (tree pose) and Baddha Konasana (bound angle pose).

Though not entirely necessary, incorporating a small cup of warm milk with a pinch of turmeric and a bit of jaggery before bed can soothe Vata dosha and promote sound sleep, complimenting her already good sleep pattern.

If these remedies do not lead to any improvements within a few months, or if symptoms are severe, it might be wise to reconsider the options provided by conventional medicine, ensuring her optimal health. Irregular cycles in teenage girls aren’t uncommon, but it’s always prudent to monitor any persistent changes.

KINDLY START

INTERNALLY START WITH

1) M2 TONE SYRUP(by charak)= 2 tsp twice daily after meals = helps ovaries work better, bring back your periods regularly

2) KANCHANAR GUGGULU( baidyanth/ AVP)= 2 tabs twice dailyafter meals with warm water = melts small cysts in your ovaries, supports thyroid and weight loss

3) ASHOKARISHTA(baidyanth/dabur)= 2 tsp with equal water twice daily after meals = regulates periods, reduces heavy bleeding and pain, supports uterus

4) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime = clears toxins from your body and improves digestion

5) EVECARE CAPSULES(by himalaya)= 1 cap twice daily after meals =balances hormones, improves ovarian function, regularises periods

DIET PLAN

FOODS TO INCLUDE

1) WHOLE GRAINS -millets= foxtail, barnyard, kodo, little millet- regulate insulin and reduce fat -quinoa, amaranth, red/brown rice -rolled oats(not instant)

2) VEGETABLES -focus on bitter, pungent, and astringent food -bitter gourd, drumstick, methi -cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, ash gourd -avoid raw salads, cook lightly and digestive spices

3) FRUITS(LOW GLYCEMIC) -amla=fresh or churna -pomegrante -apples, pears, papaya, berries

4) PROTEINS -Plant based= Moong dal, massor dal, horse gram, sprouted lentils -Animal based (if non veg)= boiled eggs, grilled fish(2 times/week)

5) HEALTHY FATS -cold pressed sesame oil -ghee=1 tsp/day -flax seed oil -seeds= flax, chia, pumpkin seeds- support estrogen balance

6) HERBS AND SPICES -turmeric, cinnamon, fenugreek, cumin, coriander, ajwian, -black pepper+ ginger

FOODS TO AVOID -cold and raw foods like smoothies, raws salads - sugar and white bread=causes weight gain and acne -fried or packaged foods= increases toxins -milk,panner,cheese= can make cysts worse -stress and late night= disrupts hormones

LIFESTYLE CHANGES FOR DEEP HEALING

1) DAILY RHYTHM -wake up before 7 am= sets hormonal rhythm -hydration=warm water with lemon+pinch of turmeric or methi seeds water(soaked overnight) -meal timing= eat meals at regular intervals; no skipping -sleep= sleep by 10-10:30 pm to optimise melatonin and cortisol balance -avoid excessive screen time, especially before sleep

DETOX PRACTICES TO FOLLOW these helps removes toxins and reduce cyst formation -Triphala churna= 1 tsp at night with warm water -CASTOR OIL=montly one 10 ml in milk at night -Self oil massage= sesame oil daily before shower -TAKRA- buttermilk spiced with cumin and ginger daily after lunch

YOGA AND MOVEMENT

BEST YOGA ASANAS -malasana= opens pelvic region -baddha konasana= improves circulation to ovaries -Bhujangasana= stimulates abdominal organs -setu bandhasana= balances thyroid and pelvic hormones -suryanamskar= 5-7 rounds

PRANAYAM -nadi sodhana= balances hormones, calms mind - bhramari= reduces anxiety and supports pitutary -kapalbhati= light version, support metabolism

MIND BODY CONNECTION PCOD is deeply linked with stress and emotional stagnation -practicue gratitude journaling, emotional release -engage in art, music, or nature therapy -reduce overthinking and over working- both aggravate vata

DO FOLLOW THIS CONSISTENTLY FOR 3 MONTHS

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA