Dealing with painful cramps...

Do you suffer from painful cramps? Are you taking pain medicine hoping to relieve the pain? Let us

start off by eplaining why this happens. The explanation lies in the fact that your uterus must sheds its natural lining each month–a job that requires your uterine muscle to contract. As it contracts, blood vessels that supply the uterus become constricted, which reduces blood flow and results in pain. For some women, the hormonal changes that trigger menstruation may be more pronounced, causing the uterus to contract overzealously–and more painfully.

Now that you have the facts, how can we fight them? I try a couple of ideas monthly, for example drinking tea, taking a walk, multi-vitamins and a hot heating pad. Some months are better than others, but I am always looking for new ideas. If you have something that works for you, feel free to share it with us.