Missing periods for five months paired with stomach bloating and occasional lower abdomen pain—it’s actually quite important to get the basic things checked via a healthcare pro, just in case there’s something that needs prompt attention. But hey, from an Ayurveda angle, such issues have a lot to do with balancing your doshas, especially Vata and Kapha. They could be messing up Agni, your digestive fire, and maybe even affecting Apana Vata which governs menstrual flow.
First, have a closer look at how you’re eating. It’s a good idea to stick with warm, cooked meals that are easy or the tummy—something like khichdi, which is rice and lentil cooked together, add a dash of turmeric and cumin. You might wanna steer clear of raw veggies and heavy-to-digest foods like deep-fried stuff, they’re not so great for balancing Vata. A glass of warm water with a squeeze of lemon in the morning can also help ignite Agni.
Abdominal breathing and gentle yoga asanas like Supta Baddha Konasana or Child’s pose can be pretty soothing as well, it might ease the bloating and any pain you’ve got going. Don’t forget to keep regular sleep cycles, and if your schedule’s all over the place, try to wind down by the same time every night.
For periods, Shatavari is known to promote hormonal balance, though it’s best to take it with a bit of warm milk—a teaspoon or so tend to do—if your body’s okay with dairy.
But to be honest, this kind of situation with period irregularity needs a bit more digging often a tailor-made approach. Best way forward is to sit with an Ayurvedic practitioner who can assess your unique prakriti and find what’s out of sync. Health is super personal, after all. Hope this shines some light on it.
