{"id":24191,"date":"2021-06-30T15:05:34","date_gmt":"2021-06-30T15:05:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=24191"},"modified":"2025-06-30T17:39:44","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T17:39:44","slug":"best-period-comfort-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Period Comfort Food: What To Eat For Cramps And Other PMS Symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Are_Food_Period_Cravings_Normal\" >Are Food Period Cravings Normal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#What_Foods_Soothe_a_Period\" >What Foods Soothe a Period?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#What_Are_Good_Foods_to_Eat_While_on_Your_Period\" >What Are Good Foods to Eat While on Your Period?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Chocolate\" >Chocolate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Ginger\" >Ginger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Bananas\" >Bananas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Fatty_Fish\" >Fatty Fish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Fermented_Foods\" >Fermented Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Pumpkin_Seeds\" >Pumpkin Seeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Leafy_Greens\" >Leafy Greens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Turmeric\" >Turmeric<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Natural_Yogurt\" >Natural Yogurt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Mint\" >Mint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Oranges\" >Oranges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Broccoli\" >Broccoli<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Water\" >Water<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#How_Can_I_Satisfy_My_Period_Hunger\" >How Can I Satisfy My Period Hunger?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#What_Foods_Should_You_Avoid_During_Your_Period\" >What Foods Should You Avoid During Your Period?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Legumes\" >Legumes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Sugar\" >Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Fried_Foods\" >Fried Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Soda_and_Other_Carbonated_Drinks\" >Soda and Other Carbonated Drinks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Alcohol\" >Alcohol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Spicy_Foods\" >Spicy Foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Is_It_OK_to_Satisfy_Period_Cravings\" >Is It OK to Satisfy Period Cravings?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Does_caffeine_make_cramps_worse\" >Does caffeine make cramps worse?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Can_I_eat_chocolate_on_my_period\" >Can I eat chocolate on my period?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#What_worsens_period_cramps\" >What worsens period cramps?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#What_drinks_help_with_period_cramps\" >What drinks help with period cramps?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#Can_I_drink_milk_during_my_period\" >Can I drink milk during my period?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many women, periods are one of the most debilitating things they have to go through every month (or every other month for those with an irregular cycle). From irrational mood swings to feelings of anxiety and depression, insomnia, and appetite changes, women can go through a lot during that time of the month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Something that makes things a little more bearable is having the best period comfort food at hand to make you feel better. However, most period cravings are for foods that are not particularly healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a healthier way to handle cravings during this time, then you\u2019re in the right place. In this article, we\u2019re going to be listing some food options that are healthy and can also help you with the severity of your cramps, making your next period week a little easier to handle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Food_Period_Cravings_Normal\"><\/span><b>Are Food Period Cravings Normal?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, they are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we tell you what to eat when you\u2019re on your period, we must remind you that cravings before or during your menstruating week are completely normal and you should not be ashamed of them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food cravings and slight increases in hunger levels are a regular part of the menstrual cycle &#8211; a fact that is supported by scientific studies:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An older study involving 300 female nurses published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of Psychosomatic Medicine<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> showed a direct relationship between food and sweet cravings and periods as well as common PMS signs such as tension and depression (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/psychosomaticmedicine\/Abstract\/1969\/07000\/Food_Cravings,_Depression,_and_Premenstrual.1.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A review of 19 studies published in 1995 in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physiology &amp; Behavior <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">journal showed that during this time, women\u2019s food intakes fluctuate a lot and they can increase their daily food energy intake by up to 600 extra calories a day (or approximately 240 on average) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/0031938495020039\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A more recent study that was published in 2018 found that during the luteal phase (the period that starts after ovulation and ends on the first day of the period), women often have a higher intake of carbohydrates, proteins, fibers, and calcium.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They also found that the desire for foods that are rich in sugar, salt, and fat, such as chocolate, pastries, snacks, and desserts is higher during the premenstrual period (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10316899\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More research on period cravings over the years has continued to show that period cravings are not only normal, but having them is also beyond our control.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before menstruation, levels of hormones estrogen and progesterone generally peak and then start to drop. According to a study that was published in 2016, these hormone changes may lead to cravings for high-carb and sweet foods before and during your period (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/faseb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1096\/fasebj.30.1_supplement.418.6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to build an attention-grabbing bubble butt, blast away fat that\u2019s stored in all the wrong places, spring-clean your diet, turn back the clock on your skin, skyrocket your self-confidence and shatter your insecurities? Check out the BetterMe app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food\">set this plan in motion<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a more recent study in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature Metabolism <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">journal, researchers found that insulin action in the brain can affect insulin sensitivity in the rest of the body in different ways during different phases of the menstrual cycle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s42255-023-00869-w\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This hormone regulates glucose levels, metabolism, and food intake. Changes in insulin sensitivity may result in changes in appetite and cravings(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s42255-023-00869-w\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/period-food-cravings-are-real-a-new-brain-finding-could-explain-why-they-happen\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another theory on why women crave food during this time is that women may be unconsciously using food as a form of pharmacological therapy.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing this helps boost serotonin, which makes them feel better by contributing to a general sense of well-being and happiness that is lacking due to pain and other mental health effects caused by periods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/health\/i-need-chocolate-and-chips-oh-yes-pizza-too-pms-food-cravings-are-the-real-deal\/2019\/07\/26\/7249c42a-9c37-11e9-9ed4-c9089972ad5a_story.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers have also suggested that turning to food provides a kind of physical and psychological comfort. Tasty foods play a kind of sensory role in fighting the unpleasant feelings that are caused by PMS (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/health\/i-need-chocolate-and-chips-oh-yes-pizza-too-pms-food-cravings-are-the-real-deal\/2019\/07\/26\/7249c42a-9c37-11e9-9ed4-c9089972ad5a_story.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From all of these studies, it can clearly be seen that yes, cravings before and during your period are absolutely normal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Estrogen-Foods-To-Avoid.png\" alt=\"best period comfort food\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Foods_Soothe_a_Period\"><\/span><b>What Foods Soothe a Period?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painkillers are not the only thing that can soothe painful periods. Choosing the right foods can actually help you fight off PMS and cramps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Good_Foods_to_Eat_While_on_Your_Period\"><\/span><b>What Are Good Foods to Eat While on Your Period?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many women often crave and reach for foods that are rich in sugar, salt, and fat, such as chocolate, pastries, snacks, and desserts right before and during their period. While many may think these are the best comfort foods during this period, they\u2019re actually not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They might taste good at the moment, they can be quite unhealthy, may increase cramps, and more often than not the person consuming them feels guilty for eating them. Here are some healthier <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-food-alternatives\/\">food alternatives<\/a> you should consider adding to your diet the next time you wonder what to eat on your period:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate\"><\/span><b>Chocolate<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many people, particularly those in Western countries, chocolate is top of the list of the best comfort food on period days (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5517000\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). While this delicious snack will satisfy your sugar cravings, not all chocolate is good for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have to eat chocolate, we recommend<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/dark-chocolate-weight-loss\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you choose <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dark chocolate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over milk chocolate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does the former have more beneficial plant compounds, it also has higher levels of magnesium. Due to hormonal fluctuations during menstruation, your magnesium levels drop, which can contribute to severe PMS symptoms such as cramps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study found magnesium, vitamin D, and calcium statuses to be compromised in women with PMS, while another found that women with PMS who took a magnesium and vitamin B6 supplement showed improvements in their symptoms (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4667262\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3208934\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ginger\"><\/span><b>Ginger<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This root has a fantastic flavor and is always a welcome addition to dishes, in addition to drinks such as teas. However, this isn\u2019t all it\u2019s good for.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to one study that was published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ginger can help manage <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-help-with-period-cramps\/\">period cramps<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers who worked on this study found that consuming approximately 1 g of ginger powder a day had the same pain-relieving effects on primary dysmenorrhea &#8211; the cramping pain in the lower abdomen that occurs just before or during menstruation &#8211; as common pain relievers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the person experiencing these pains isn\u2019t suffering from other diseases such as endometriosis and cannot access common painkillers such as mefenamic acid and ibuprofen, ginger can work as a great substitute (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19216660\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bananas\"><\/span><b>Bananas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may not think of a banana as the best period comfort food, but if you suffer from cramping, this simple and common fruit could be the savior you\u2019re looking for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">webmd.com<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, bananas are among the most sought-after foods to help ease muscle cramps. They are high in potassium, magnesium, and calcium, three nutrients that help alleviate muscle cramps, which also might work on period cramps (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/pain-management\/ss\/slideshow-muscle-cramps-foods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-banana-desserts\/\">Healthy banana desserts<\/a> such as delicious chocolate banana bites, banana puddings, and parfaits are much better for you during menstruation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fatty_Fish\"><\/span><b>Fatty Fish<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If cramps and depressive mood swings are the bane of your existence when menstruating, then making fish one of your best period comfort foods could be just what you need. Fatty fish is high in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/omega-3-weight-loss\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">omega-3 fatty acids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which are not only good for heart health, but for PMS too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">found that women who increased their daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids had a noticeable pain reduction of primary dysmenorrhea. The pain reduced so much that they were even able to reduce the amount of ibuprofen they took to control their menstrual pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22261128\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should stock up on more tuna, salmon, anchovies, herring, sardines, and mackerel and use them as your primary source of protein during this time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/water-retention-on-your-period\/\"><i>Water Retention On Your Period: Why It Happens and What You Can Do About It<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fermented_Foods\"><\/span><b>Fermented Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to more information about the incredible gut health benefits of these foods, the popularity of fermented foods is on the rise. Improved gut health is not only beneficial for digestion and nutrient absorption.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthy gut helps regulate moods and also balances estrogen and manages period pain. Make sure to add more fermented foods such as kefir, kimchi, kombucha, pickled vegetables, sauerkraut, and yogurt for a healthy gut and potentially less period pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/daphneewingchow\/2023\/03\/15\/science-says-you-can-heal-from-a-breakup-with-food\/?sh=5a90b12c1e72\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/food\/g43710577\/foods-that-help-with-period-cramps\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pumpkin_Seeds\"><\/span><b>Pumpkin Seeds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hearty bowl of pumpkin soup can provide you with comfort when you\u2019re in bed dealing with painful menses-induced cramps. While this is good, saving the pumpkin seeds and consuming them too could go a long way to helping you deal with horrible cramps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A meal with pumpkin seeds could be the best period comfort food thanks to the nutrients that are found in these seeds. They\u2019re high in magnesium and zinc, which may help prevent and reduce painful cramping (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22069417\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17289285\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leafy_Greens\"><\/span><b>Leafy Greens<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-leafy-vegetables\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green leafy vegetables<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are rich in different vitamins and minerals and also have a myriad of benefits that make them great for your health. However, they make our list of the best period comfort food due to their high calcium levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published in 1993 showed that an increased calcium intake improved mood, concentration, and reduced pain during the menstrual phase of the cycle, and reduced water retention during the premenstrual phase (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8498421\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Calcium-rich leafy greens include collard greens, spinach, and kale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Quinoa-Side-Effects.png\" alt=\"best period comfort food\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turmeric\"><\/span><b>Turmeric<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turmeric is well known for giving food (and everything else) a rich orange-yellow color and also contains trace amounts of minerals such as manganese, phosphorus, and potassium.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lesser-known fact is also that this root is rich in curcumin, a natural anti-inflammatory compound that is being researched for cancer prevention and treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study that was published in 2015 showed that curcumin may reduce the severity of premenstrual syndrome symptoms including mood swings and more (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S096522991500059X\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Natural_Yogurt\"><\/span><b>Natural Yogurt<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt and other milk products are high in calcium, a mineral that is believed to help reduce cramp pains, bloating, and water retention caused by menstruation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7834752\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mint\"><\/span><b>Mint<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published in 2016 that examined the effect of peppermint in the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea found that peppermint may significantly lower average pain intensity and duration of pain, in addition to nausea and diarrhea (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27563318\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oranges\"><\/span><b>Oranges<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While oranges are well known for their high amounts of vitamin C, which supports immunity, they\u2019re also high in calcium, and orange juice is often fortified with vitamin D. One review on the role of vitamin D and calcium in premenstrual syndrome showed that supplementation of these two substances can help restore serum levels, which may eliminate or reduce PMS symptoms (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30918875\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Broccoli\"><\/span><b>Broccoli<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study published in 2016 showed that women who supplemented their diets with vitamins D and E reported significantly reduced premenstrual syndrome symptoms. Broccoli contains Vitamins E, A, C, and B6, in addition to nutrients such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium that all may play a role in easing PMS symptoms (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27095989\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water\"><\/span><b>Water<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While water does not qualify as a best period comfort food, drinking it helps stop you retaining water and bloating, in addition to dehydration headaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. BetterMe app is your personal trainer, nutritionist and support system all in one. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food\">Start using our app <\/a> to stay on track and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Satisfy_My_Period_Hunger\"><\/span><b>How Can I Satisfy My Period Hunger?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling as if your stomach is a never-filling black hole before and during your period is absolutely normal. Instead of filling up on unhealthy (but still delicious) foods such as chips, bread, or pasta, be intentional and choose complex foods or carbs such as beans, lentils, brown rice, and oats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While they may not be as exciting as the convenient foods you often reach for, they\u2019re more nutritious and will keep you feeling full for longer. Ultra-processed food, while delicious, is made up of empty calories &#8211; it does nothing for your body other than taste good, which is sometimes what you need and that\u2019s okay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does it have very few important nutrients, but it gets digested and used up really quickly and that\u2019s why you find yourself eating so much and still feeling hungry. If you tend to want snacks more than actual foods, then opting for healthy sweet snacks is a better option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look up quick low-calorie mug cake recipes that require minimum effort, eat some cinnamon popcorn, dates with nut butter, or fruits with melted dark chocolate. The options are almost endless.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Foods_Should_You_Avoid_During_Your_Period\"><\/span><b>What Foods Should You Avoid During Your Period?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the same way that some foods can help you during your period, some can worsen your symptoms. These foods include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legumes\"><\/span><b>Legumes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While legumes and lentils are good for you during all other times of the month, they may not be the best period comfort foods. If you\u2019re prone to gastrointestinal discomfort and bloating during your period, legumes may not be the best option. They may actually make the bloating worse.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you don\u2019t bloat, go ahead and enjoy legumes. They\u2019re great complex carbs that help keep you fuller, thereby regulating increased appetite during this week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar\"><\/span><b>Sugar<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sugar cravings are quite common during and before menstruation, but you should avoid overindulging in candy and sweets during this time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can satisfy your craving with something sweet, just don\u2019t go overboard. Too much added sugar can really increase your calorie intake and contribute to weight gain. However, one treat won\u2019t hurt, so don\u2019t worry too much about it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fried_Foods\"><\/span><b>Fried Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Craving foods such as pizza, donuts, and French fries is common during your period, but giving in to these cravings too often is not the best idea. Research has shown that diets that are rich in added sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats make PMS and cramps worse (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6723319\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5963185\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Soda_and_Other_Carbonated_Drinks\"><\/span><b>Soda and Other Carbonated Drinks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These drinks can worsen bloating, which is already an uncomfortable symptom of premenstrual syndrome. Many are also high in sugar, which may worsen cramps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcohol\"><\/span><b>Alcohol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking alcohol is a pastime enjoyed by many people. While alcohol can be good on some occasions, you should avoid drinking too much of it during your period.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can dehydrate you, worsen headaches, and cause bloating, in addition to leading to or worsening digestive issues, such as diarrhea and nausea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An article from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The New York Times <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">also stated that alcohol can make PMS symptoms worse and may even lead to prolonged cramping (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2019\/07\/25\/well\/fighting-food-cravings-and-pms.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spicy_Foods\"><\/span><b>Spicy Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t eat spicy food often, eating it during this time can upset your stomach, which can further lead to diarrhea, stomach pain, and even nausea. This is dependent on your personal tolerance and reaction to spicy foods, so you should use your own discretion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_OK_to_Satisfy_Period_Cravings\"><\/span><b>Is It OK to Satisfy Period Cravings?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. If despite doing everything else, you still find yourself craving more unhealthy foods and snacks, then you should have some. The trick is to enjoy them in moderation as too much of them may make PMS symptoms worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><i>Yoga for Period Cramps: Does It Work?<\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/The-Chicken-And-Broccoli-Diet-1636x920.png\" alt=\"best period comfort food\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_caffeine_make_cramps_worse\"><\/span><strong>Does caffeine make cramps worse?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it doesn\u2019t.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caffeine has long been thought to contribute to painful cramps as it can act as a vasoconstrictor. Vasoconstriction is the narrowing ( or constriction) of blood vessels by small muscles in their walls, which slows down or completely blocks the flow of blood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This constriction was believed to lead to pain and women were often warned to stay away from caffeinated products during their period. However, despite this theory being believed by many, there is little scientific research that proves it to be true.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many studies actually show no relation to caffeine and cramps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 2007 study published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of Women&#8217;s Health<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> linked caffeine consumption to premenstrual anxiety and mood changes, but not to menstrual cramps (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17627400\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another study in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sought to study how caffeine and coffee affect premenstrual syndrome in women.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the end of the study, researchers found that caffeine has no relation to PMS symptoms such as cramps, breast pain, irritability, and fatigue, but they also stated that the current recommendations for women to reduce caffeine intake may not help prevent PMS development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be able to drink four or more cups of coffee a day and it will have no impact on the intensity of your cramps (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27385613\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_eat_chocolate_on_my_period\"><\/span><strong>Can I eat chocolate on my period?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chocolate is one of the best period comfort foods that can soothe cramps and other symptoms. If you opt for dark chocolate rather than milk chocolate, you\u2019ll get more antioxidants with your sweet treat.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_worsens_period_cramps\"><\/span><strong>What worsens period cramps?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As previously mentioned, foods such as red meat, high-sugar, high-salt, spicy, and fried foods may make period cramps worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_drinks_help_with_period_cramps\"><\/span><strong>What drinks help with period cramps?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water is great for menstrual cramps. Tea is also a good option &#8211; ginger, chamomile, cinnamon, fennel, and green tea are excellent choices (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/food-nutrition\/a38604737\/tea-for-menstrual-cramps\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_drink_milk_during_my_period\"><\/span><strong>Can I drink milk during my period?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can. Some sources claim that milk on your period is a bad idea as it may make cramps and other symptoms worse. However, this does not seem to have any scientific backing. In fact, research on the effect of milk on the menstrual cycle has shown that it has no effect whatsoever (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25438529\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=best_period_comfort_food\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trying to find the best period comfort food is not as difficult as you may imagine. While it may mean giving up the high-carb, high-fat, and high-sugar meals you often gravitate toward while menstruating, the final result is much better than battling cravings for a couple of days to a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please remember that while these foods may taste delicious,\u00a0 if they\u2019re eaten in excess, they may worsen premenstrual symptoms such as depressive moods, cramps, bloating, and nausea, and make you feel even worse than you did before you ate them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can help to have healthier options at hand. Simple changes such as clearing out your pantry, making healthy substitutes for your best period comfort food, and keeping healthy snacks and vegetables at hand will ensure you\u2019ll have the healthiest and best period comfort food.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many women, periods are one of the most debilitating things they have to go through every month (or every other month for those with an irregular cycle). 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