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What should women eat comfortably during the ‘red light’ period?

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Bananas, watermelon, ginger tea, dark chocolate are all foods that can significantly improve menstrual cramps and fatigue.

Country: According to the Healthline, It is always important to drink plenty of water, which is especially true during menstruation. Drinking enough water can reduce the risk of dehydration headaches, a common symptom of the “red light” period. Image: Goodnewsnetwork.

Water-rich fruits: Watermelon and cucumber are fruits containing large amounts of water to help the body effectively retain water. Sweet fruits can help curb your cravings for sugar and refined sugar-rich foods. Image: Tasteofhome.

Banana: According to the Medical News Today, This is one of the best mood boosters thanks to its high vitamin B6 content. Bananas are also rich in potassium and magnesium, which can reduce water retention and bloating. They also help regulate your digestive system, something some women have trouble with around ‘red light’ times. Image: Livestrong.

Leafy green vegetables: A decrease in iron levels during the “red light” period is common, especially if your cycle is too much. This can lead to fatigue, body aches and dizziness. Green leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach …, can increase the amount of iron in the body. Image: Healthline.

Ginger: A cup of warm ginger tea can improve menstrual symptoms. Ginger has anti-inflammatory effects, soothing aching muscles. Ginger also reduces feelings of nausea. However, do not consume too much ginger, use more than 4 grams per day will cause heartburn and abdominal pain. Image: Timenows.

Chicken: Here are other iron and protein rich foods that you can add to your red light diet. Protein is an essential nutrient for overall health, helps you stay full for a long time, and limits menstrual cravings. Image: Finecooking.

Fish: According to the India Times, Fish is rich in iron, protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are nutritional supplements to your diet. Consuming this food will prevent the decrease in iron levels you may experience during your menstrual cycle. Omega-3 fatty acids can reduce the intensity of menstrual cramps. Image: Epicurious.

Dark Chocolate: As a delicious and beneficial snack, dark chocolate is rich in iron and magnesium. These substances help you replenish the lost blood faster, the blood circulation is also favorable. A bar of 100 grams of dark chocolate contains 67% of the recommended daily intake of iron and 58% of the recommended daily intake of magnesium. Image: Medicalnewstoday.

Yogurt: Many people get a yeast infection during or after menstruation. If you’re prone to fungal infections, probiotic-rich foods like yogurt can feed the “good” bacteria in the vagina. This helps you fight off the infection. Yogurt is also rich in magnesium and other essential nutrients like calcium. Image: Thelist.

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