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Menstrual Cycle Related - #74
Mona Doctor
I frequently experience mood swings related to my menstrual cycle. How can Ayurveda help balance my hormones and alleviate these symptoms? What specific lifestyle changes should I implement?
Age: 44
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Dear Mona,
To manage menstrual mood swings, Ayurveda recommends balancing the doshas through herbs, diet, lifestyle practices, and calming routines:
1. Herbs for Hormonal Balance:
Shatavari, Ashwagandha, Guduchi, Aloe Vera Juice, and Vitex help stabilize hormones and alleviate PMS symptoms.
2. Diet:
Favor warm, nourishing foods (soups, grains), include healthy fats, and avoid caffeine, sugar, and processed foods. Spices like ginger and cinnamon support digestion and mood stability.
3. Lifestyle:
Regular self-oil massages (Abhyanga), grounding routines, and maintaining consistent sleep and meal times help balance emotions.
4. Breathing and Yoga:
Practice Nadi Shodhana, Chandra Bhedana, and gentle yoga poses like Child’s Pose to calm the mind.
5. Herbal Teas:
Try Ginger-Tulsi Tea, Fennel Tea, or Cumin-Coriander-Fennel Tea to support digestion and hormone regulation.
6. Emotional Health:
Use aromatherapy, journaling, and mindfulness techniques to manage stress and mood swings effectively.
These practices, when consistently incorporated, can help balance hormones and stabilize mood throughout the menstrual cycle.
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Ayurveda offers several approaches to help balance hormones and alleviate symptoms like mood swings during your menstrual cycle. To support hormonal balance, consider incorporating herbs like Ashwagandha, Shatavari, and Brahmi, which are known for their adaptogenic and calming properties. These herbs can help regulate stress hormones and soothe emotional fluctuations. Diet-wise, focus on warm, nourishing foods like soups, stews, and whole grains, while reducing caffeine and spicy, oily foods, which can aggravate Vata and Pitta doshas. Incorporating calming practices such as yoga, meditation, and deep breathing can help reduce stress and promote emotional balance. It’s also beneficial to maintain a regular sleep schedule and engage in light physical activity to support overall well-being during your cycle.
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Ah, mood swings during the menstrual cycle, you're certainly not alone in this. Ayurveda looks at this through the lens of balance, focusing on your doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Often during the menstrual cycle, Vata comes into play as it governs movement and flow in the body, including prana, or life force. Imbalances in this dosha can manifest as mood swings, among other things.
First thing you want to do is create some stability. Start by establishing a daily routine, what we call "dinacharya" in Ayurveda. Try waking up and going to bed at the same time every day, it really does wonders for your nervous system, believe it or not.
Alright, let's talk diet now. Food plays a huge role and you want to favor grounding, warm, and nourishing meals. Think about adding purifying spices like turmeric and cumin to your foods to help balance your hormones. Warm foods like moong dal khichdi or oatmeal are great for pacifying Vata. Stay away from too much caffeine or processed foods, they can really throw your doshas off balance.
When it comes to herbs, Ashwagandha is pretty effective. It's known for its adaptogenic properties, which means it can help your body manage stress. Shatavari might be another herb to consider; it's great for women's health and hormonal balance. Both of these can be taken in powder form mixed into warm milk before bed, just a teaspoon should do.
And don’t forget about the power of yoga and meditation—gentle practices can help stabilize your mind. Practicing Pranayama, specifically Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing), can help calm your nervous system and balance your energies.
Beyond that, a simple Abhyanga, or self-massage, with sesame oil can offer emotional stability. Just rub the oil on your body before showering, let it absorb for 15 mins. It's very grounding.
Remember, these things take time, be gentle with yourself. But if things seem severe or you feel overwhelmed, consulting with a healthcare professional is always the best approach. Your emotional health matters.
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