The menstrual cycle is misunderstood. It is an important opportunity for the body to cycle through hormone changes and cleanse itself of endogenous tissue. 

This does not have to be a painful and debilitating process. Colonics and food combinations are helpful for relieving menstrual cramps, and provide natural relief for other PMS symptoms.

What Are Cramps? Don’t Let Gas Cramp Your Style

Menstrual cramps are caused by the swelling of the uterus as it attempts to pass large amounts of clotted tissue. Poor diet and toxicity contribute to a more heavy and difficult release of tissue.  

Excessive fermentation and gas in the colon also contribute to painful cramping. Gas is a necessary part of our lives and biochemistry. When we eat, food is broken down through fermentation, and gas is a natural by-product of the process. The poorer our eating habits, the more fermentative gases are produced in our system. 

PMS, menstrual cramps, and bloating are a sign that your system is struggling with superfluous gas and blood toxicity. Improving the quality of your diet and cleansing the colon will result in healthier blood, which will provide natural PMS relief.

Natural Relief For PMS & Cramps: Prevent Gas & Cleanse

• Prevent The Gas

 1. Be aware of your food combinations. The better your digestion, the less gas will be produced. 

 2. Avoid fresh fruits.

 3. Avoid foods that create yeast and mold: sugar, refined carbohydrates, and alcohol. 

 4. Download the LYT Food Combining Chart HERE.

A HAPPY BELLY means an overall HAPPY YOU!

• Create Space In Your Gut

 Take your time between meals. Constant eating, digestion, and metabolism, means constant gassy byproducts are being created. And chew your food thoroughly for maximum digestion (less gas)!

• Soothe The Belly

Adding fresh ginger to your vegetable juices or making ginger tea can help soothe and provide natural PMS relief.

Castor oil packs are another way to relieve pain from menstrual cramps, caused by inflammation. Read about how to use one HERE. 

• Remove Accumulated Gas & Waste With Colonics

Cleansing the colon with colonics is a great tool for relieving menstrual cramps. Removing the accumulated waste and gas provides immediate relief, and helps improve your internal terrain and prevent future discomfort. 

Read our previous blog post about the benefits of colonics and colonic irrigation to learn more, or visit our Colon Hydrotherapy section to learn about colonics services at LYT NYC.