How To Relief PMS / PMT and Period Pain
From an Oriental viewpoint, the symptoms of PMS are a sign of Blood and Chi stagnation. Chi is in command of Blood and when Chi stagnates, Blood clots together - it coagulates. This build-up of tension then leads to varies different symptoms such as cramping, headache, backache, irritability and the many other physical and emotional symptoms of PMS.
PMS can often be caused by a stagnation of Liver Chi. It is the Liver that ensures the smooth flow of Chi throughout the body. And not only does the smooth flow of Chi affect your physical well-being but also your emotional state. Frustration and anger are emotions that are associated with a stagnation of Liver Chi.
What can you do to stimulate your Liver Chi?
- Physical movement, exercise, dance
- Liver meridian stretch to activate the Liver channel
- Release anger and frustration with the Liver Healing Sound "Shhhhhhhhh"
Other recommendations that can help you to reduce symptoms of PMS and make your menstruation a more
- Avoid stress at home and at work - especially on the days when you most strongly experience
your symptoms. Find a meditation practice or other way of relaxation that resonates with you so
that you will practice it daily
- Exercise regularly
- Eat a healthy and balanced diet which is rich in fruit, vegetables, fish and whole grains
- Reduce caffeine, alcohol, refined sugar, refined flour, salt, wheat and dairy products
- Ensure you receive enough essential fatty acids (found in raw nuts, seeds, cold-water fish..)
- Practice Ovarian Breathing and the Jade Egg practice
- Listen to the Temple of Blood Menstrual Meditation CD by Katherine Cunningham
The best kept secret to relieve pain and cramps during menstruation
A very effective, natural and pleasurable way of relieving cramps during your period is by having an orgasm. Through the contraction and release that happens during an orgasm in the pelvic region, the stagnation and cramps can also being released.
Please note that these are some suggestions that you can use to help relief the symptoms of PMS / PMT. The content of this page is intended for general information only. It does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health care professional.
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