Ayurvedic herbs for menstrual cramps

Ayurvedic herbs for menstrual cramps
Ayurveda has a cure for everything and painful menstrual cramps are no different. Here are some important Ayurvedic herbs that will really help you out when it comes to menstrual cramps: 

* Bhutakesi: This is a commonly prescribed herb for cramp relief and it really helps a lot.
* Ajwain (Carom Seeds): It is an amazing home remedy when it comes to easing period cramps.
* Fenugreek Seeds: These are known to reduce period pain. All you need to do is to soak few fenugreek seeds in water for 12 hours and take it.
* Kachur: It is very beneficial in easing period cramps. Take 1 to 3 grams of the herb with lukewarm water and it will help a lot.
* Aloe Vera: You can try Aloe Vera juice every morning and empty stomach, you'll automatically feel the difference.
* Ginger: It really helps a lot in menstrual pain.
* Gud (Jaggery): Eat a small piece of Jaggery and it is so helpful.
Apart from all these effective herbs, you can try a few other things as well:

* Use hot water bag on your lower abdomen to ease the pain.
* Hydrate yourself (Drink plenty of water throughout the day)
* Practice Yoga or indulge yourself in mind exercises.
* Sit in the sunlight for sometime during Sunrise or Sunset as sunlight as the source if Vitamin D, which reduces the production of prostaglandins responsible for causing cramps.