Published on: 5/30/2025
Which drinks are known to help alleviate period cramps?
Increasing water intake may help reduce period cramps in some young women. Some herbal and dietary supplements (like rose tea) may also help some individuals, but more research on these supplements is needed.
Explanation
Drinking more water may help lessen period cramps in some young women with primary dysmenorrhea, as staying hydrated can lower the intensity of pain during periods. Primary dysmenorrhea is the term used for common menstrual cramps that usually start soon after a girl begins having periods and occur without any other health problems (on the other hand, secondary dysmenorrhea is when menstrual pain is due to another medical condition such as endometriosis or fibroids).
Other drinks that might help with period cramps in young women with primary dysmenorrhea include rose tea and hydrogen-rich water. These drinks have properties that can help relax the body or reduce pain, but more research is needed about how effective and safe these are.
Effective, over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen may be available in liquid form.
Remember, it's always a good idea to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice.
(References)
- Tseng YF, Chen CH, & Yang YH. (2005). Rose tea for relief of primary dysmenorrhea in adolescents. Journal of midwifery & women's health, 16154059.
- Torkan B, Mousavi M, Dehghani S, Hajipour L, Sadeghi N, Ziaei Rad M, & Montazeri A. (2021). The role of water intake in the severity of pain and .... BMC women's health, 33509179.
- Aker MN, Gönenç İM, Çalişici D, Bulut M, Alwazeer D, & LeBaron TW. (2024). The effect of hydrogen-rich water consumption on .... BMC women's health, 38532373.
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