Almost every woman faces common problems like mood swings, gas, bloating, and cramps during periods. But have you ever experienced loose motions before periods? Yes, you heard it right. Many women suffer from loose motion before their periods. This problem is called PMS, (Premenstrual Syndrome). Although this problem does not last long, sometimes it becomes severe. Only two to four women out of 100 face these symptoms.
Cause:
The first reason to experience loose motion during periods is that there is an increase in the production of prostaglandins in the body.
Prostaglandins are hormone-like chemicals that assist certain functions in the body, like muscle contractions, blood vessel dilation and constriction, and blood clotting.
When prostaglandin levels are high, some prostaglandins even enter the bloodstream and travel to various body parts, including the bowels.
The bowels have a smooth lining of muscle. So high levels of prostaglandins can cause the bowels to contract and release their contents, resulting in loose motion.
Treatment:
Take a fibre-rich diet:
Consume probiotics
Improve lifestyle
Get enough sleep
Set up a fitness routine
Eat a diet rich in nutrients
Avoid eating too much sodium
Include more fruits and vegetables in your regular diet
Drink a lot of water
Do yoga regularly
Add calcium to the diet
Consume dairy products
