Nigerian Foods That Reduce Or Get Rid Of Menstrual Pain

Many women around the world become unhappy when a new month arrives as they welcome their monthly menstruation. The main reason they feel sad is because of menstrual pain.

Menstrual pain is not friendly with women who like to go to work, school, and other important activities. Because of menstrual pain, women usually don’t go to important activities.

The common solution for most women is to take pain killers, but some women take fruits and herbs which help to reduce or get rid of the pain.

These are some of the Nigerian fruits and spices which should be taken a few days before your monthly flow to reduce or get rid of menstrual pain.

1. Ginger

Ginger is anti-inflammatory, meaning it contains properties that can relieve pain.

You have to peel the ginger’s skin, wash well and boil for some minutes before you chew it. Or you can grate the boiled ginger and pour it into a cup of hot water, leaving it for 5 minutes before drinking.

2. Pineapple

The fruit contains enzymes in its stalk which can be used to reduce or get rid of menstrual pain.

If you have a fruit juicer or blender, blend the pineapple stalk and mix the juice with ginger and drink daily.

3. Turmeric

Turmeric is also an anti-inflammatory, and the best way to use it to get rid of menstrual pain is to mix it with ground Uziza seeds (Ground Black Pepper). Mix it with hot water and drink it 2-3 times a day.

4. Garlic

Garlic is anti-fungal and anti-bacterial and it can also reduce or get rid of menstrual pain. You can eat the garlic raw or blend it with ginger into a paste and mix it with hot water. Drink daily.

5. Soursop

Soursop is an anti-inflammatory fruit, which eases menstrual pain. You can blend or juice it into a smoothie and drink it twice daily.