- By Priyanka Munshi
- Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:52 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
GAINING weight while having your period is very typical and normal. When maintaining a healthy diet, the fluctuation on the scale can be upsetting.
Yet neither the situation nor your weight increase are your fault. So here we have listed some of the dos and don'ts during the period that will keep you updated.
Control Your Appetite
The increase in period hormones, which also cause cravings for unhealthy or, you might say, junk food during those days, is the reason why so many women really gain weight throughout their monthly menstrual cycle.
Not only this, but pronounced mood changes prior to the period frequently heighten the need for fatty and salty foods. It is also true that, while you have little control over these hormonal changes, you can easily regulate your weight by eating more nutritious meals.
Keep Hydrated
Water retention in the body may be brought on by dehydration. When you don't consume enough water during the day, your body begins to store the liquid. Moreover, dehydration can cause the body to retain water, so it's critical to consume at least 2-3 litres of water daily, along with infused and coconut water.
Suggestions For Weight Management
Periodic weight gain is transient and manageable with the help of some straightforward advice. Keratin can be lost within a week after the menstrual cycle finishes and is brought on by hormonal changes as well as salty and unhealthy diets.
Work Consistently
Ladies shouldn't work out while they are menstruating because it can cause painful cramps. Yet, simple exercises like yoga or walking can ease stress and lessen period cramps.
Stay On Track
Even if the number on the scale goes up, maintain your resolve and stay on track by continuing to consume the same number of calories. The week before your period, your body burns 10% more calories than usual.