Regular Constipation Doesn’t Have to Affect You

While some women avoid exercise before and during their period due to the discomfort they’re experiencing during this time, gentle exercise can actually help alleviate some of the symptoms they’re experiencing, including constipation. When constipation happens around the same time each month, it is most likely caused by the regular fluctuation of hormones that occurs during the monthly cycle. These hormones also cause the contractions that move food through your intestines. When your digestion slows down, so do you. But PMS-related constipation is nothing to worry about. It is very common for most women and can be treated. You don’t have to go through the entire last half of your cycle feeling bloated and blocked. There are many natural techniques and treatments that can help you overcome constipation. You just have to know what to expect, when to expect it, and how to treat it. Read more…