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Knowing Your Menstrual Stages

 


 1. Menstrual Phase (Days 1-5)

Foods to eat: Eat iron-rich foods such as spinach, lentils, and red meat to replace the lost iron. Include anti-inflammatory foods such as salmon and walnuts to assist in lowering cramps.
Personal Tip: I have dark chocolate prepared as a little indulgence, which is also rich in magnesium, which relaxes mood swings.


2. Follicular Phase (Days 6-14)

Foods to Eat: Focus on fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.  Foods high in fiber can balance the hormones.
Personal Tip: My go-to, a smoothie bowl during this phase, is loaded with berries, spinach, and almond milk for a cool pick-me-up.


3. Ovulatory Phase (Days 15-17)

Foods to Eat: Have foods rich in zinc, such as pumpkin seeds and chickpeas, to promote ovulation. Avocado fat and olive oil may also be helpful.
Personal Tip: I love a heavy salad with avocado and seeds to energize my body during this high-energy time.


4. Luteal Phase (Days 18-28)

Foods to Eat: Think complex carbohydrates, such as sweet potatoes and quinoa, to battle hunger. Dark leafy greens, rich in magnesium, can calm PMS symptoms.


Personal Tip: I've found herbal teas, particularly chamomile, can settle me through this period, lessening anxiety and ensuring relaxation.
Embracing the Journey Tuning into my body has been crucial in my experience with endometriosis. I have discovered my limitations and been gentle with myself.  Focusing on incremental victories—getting through a workday, say, or eating a meal without pain—enabled me to shift my perspective for the best.  Adapting to my condition has been an emotional battle in itself.  Some days I am frustrated or disillusioned, but I remind myself that it is acceptable.

It's part of the process.
Advocacy and Awareness There was a growing desire on my part to raise awareness for endometriosis during my experience. It has been empowering to discuss what occurred and meet individuals who may be silently suffering. Advocacy not only transformed my life but also inspired others to seek help and speak up.

Thanks to the use of social media and community gatherings, I have managed to facilitate the discussion for endometriosis and create a community and feeling of support.

Conclusion
To whoever is reading this and perhaps experiencing the same issues, know that you're not by yourself. Your pain is legitimate, and approaching help for it takes a lot of courage. Having some kind of support group—whether it's friends, family, or a forum—is an important step in your recovery. It is okay to assert yourself and take care of your own health. Let us all hold hands together and raise awareness and strive to create a community where everyone is heard and is understood.

By- Dr. Arshdeep Kaur

 


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