{"id":24423,"date":"2021-07-05T19:25:03","date_gmt":"2021-07-05T19:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=24423"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"does-coffee-make-cramps-worse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Coffee Make Cramps Worse? The Truth According To Science"},"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\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Why_Does_Coffee_Make_Menstrual_Cramps_Worse\" >Why Does Coffee Make Menstrual Cramps Worse?<\/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\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Other_Foods_That_Can_Make_Your_Period_Cramps_Worse\" >Other Foods That Can Make Your Period Cramps Worse<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Fatty_Foods\" >Fatty Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Salty_Foods\" >Salty Foods<\/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\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Alcohol\" >Alcohol<\/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\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Dairy\" >Dairy<\/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\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Sugary_Foods_And_Drinks\" >Sugary Foods And Drinks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Other_Causes_Of_Severe_Menstrual_Cramps\" >Other Causes Of Severe Menstrual Cramps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Periods are often accompanied by fatigue, mood swings, cravings, and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/\">cramps<\/a>. You may also experience intense and insatiable cravings for fatty and sugary foods. This makes the days before, during, and after your period difficult to get through.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\" 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;\">The cravings often make you reach for certain foods, some of which may worsen your period cramps, and this is the last thing you want to happen. So, does coffee make cramps worse? We take a look at coffee and other foods that can worsen <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-help-with-period-cramps\/\">period cramps<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_Coffee_Make_Menstrual_Cramps_Worse\"><\/span><b>Why Does Coffee Make Menstrual Cramps Worse?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most women experience premenstrual syndrome symptoms like fatigue, nausea, vomiting, mood swings, increased appetite, and food cravings. They usually begin anywhere between a few days and two weeks before your period. For some, these symptoms last during their periods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3118460\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of these symptoms, cramping caused the most discomfort. An increase in the levels of prostaglandins causes the uterine muscles and blood vessels to contract. Period pain is most intense at the beginning of your period, but as the bleeding continues and the endometrium is shed, the pain lessens (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279324\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Painful periods are referred to as dysmenorrhea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But does drinking coffee make <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-to-eat-during-period-to-lose-weight\/\">menstrual cramps<\/a> worse? Coffee is a favorite of many. Most drink it on the commute to work or in the evenings to boost alertness. A good number are also dependent on this beverage and may experience withdrawal headaches. However, most people are unaware of the fact that coffee worsens your period.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may have heard a thing or two about <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-break-a-fast\/\">coffee<\/a> being good for your health and still probably wondering if it makes period cramps worse. Yes, drinking coffee can intensify period pain. If you want to make those days during your period less miserable, laying off the coffee might be best.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you still wondering why coffee makes my cramps worse? Coffee contains caffeine which is a vasoconstrictor (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3003984\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This means it causes your blood vessels to constrict (narrow) and decrease blood flow to the uterus. The decreased blood flow to the uterus can further worsen your period cramps.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consumption of this beverage is believed to have several health benefits, but you can forego it during your periods. Avoid coffee completely during this time of the month if possible. If you cannot stay away from coffee at this time, try reducing your intake as much as you can. Try taking just one cup of coffee a day instead of the 3 or 4 cups you are used to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-alternative-to-sugar-in-coffee\/\">Caffeine<\/a> may also increase your anxiety and irritability levels and worsen bloating. Other caffeinated drinks such as soda, guarantee, and energy drinks also have the same effect. More so, they are often high in sugar and high in calories, so limiting their intake is beneficial during your period and to your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to note that long-term use of caffeine affects the length of your periods. Studies show that high caffeine consumption has been linked to prolonged and heavy periods and oligomenorrhea (inconsistent and irregular periods) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1658361214000651\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coffee-weight-loss\/\">Coffee Weight Loss Tips to Help Secure Your Weight Loss Success<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32222 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4457-1024x576.png\" alt=\"coffee cramps\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4457.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4457-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4457.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4457.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Foods_That_Can_Make_Your_Period_Cramps_Worse\"><\/span><b>Other Foods That Can Make Your Period Cramps Worse<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, coffee is not the only beverage that is associated with severe menstrual cramps; there are also several other foods. They may also make you feel more bloated and tired.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Periods are usually accompanied by increased food cravings and appetite. The intense desire for chocolate and fatty foods makes it hard to say no and make healthy meal choices. Towards your periods, progesterone levels increase, causing an increase in your appetite.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Much as it can be challenging, avoiding these foods helps avoid worsening your period cramps. The good news is that there are also foods that can provide period cramp relief. Some foods that help with cramp relief include ginger tea, peppermint tea, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-bananas-good-for-weight-loss\/\">bananas<\/a>, and vegetables, such as kale and spinach, since they are rich in magnesium.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are craving sugary foods, eat sweet fruits like grapes, oranges, or strawberries. With chocolate, go for the dark chocolate varieties. And usually, a square or two should be enough to help with the cravings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are some of the foods and drinks you should stay clear of during your periods:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/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=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-37399\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/7-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Meal Plan\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/7-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/7-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/7-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/7-7-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/7-7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fatty_Foods\"><\/span><b>Fatty Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During your periods, you may crave fatty foods such as french fries. You might be tempted to give in to your cravings, but eating foods high in fats may worsen your period pain. Fats play a role in the biosynthesis of prostaglandins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/423723\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Prostaglandins make your uterus muscles contract, which could worsen the cramping.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Much as it may be difficult to say no, stay clear of any excessively fatty foods. Most of the foods we enjoy are fat-filled, including crisps, potato chips, and french fries. Fill up on healthy foods such as whole grains, nuts, seeds, and vegetable smoothies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\">Keep yourself in prime shape<\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salty_Foods\"><\/span><b>Salty Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be challenging to follow a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/salt-free-snacks\/\">low-sodium diet<\/a> during this time of the month. This, however, is advised to protect yourself from the effects of bloating. An increased sodium intake causes excessive water retention, which makes the period symptoms worse (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8815755\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might need to reduce your salt intake a week or two before the beginning of your periods to have yourself acclimated beforehand. However, you can use salt to relieve period symptoms by mixing a little table salt with warm water and massaging yourself with a towel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/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=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38980\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5311-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Meal Plan\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5311.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5311-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5311.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5311.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><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;\">While most of you might crave a cold glass of beverage, alcohol should certainly not be the best choice during periods. Alcohol is a diuretic. This means that it increases the rate of dehydration in the body by increasing urination. Dehydration is known to make period cramps much worse. It is best to stay hydrated by drinking water frequently during this time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, drinking during periods can affect the balance of estrogen and progesterone hormones. An increase in either worsens premenstrual symptoms such as easy irritability and increases prostaglandins, worsening cramps (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4859868\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Laying off the bottle may make the effects of the periods a little bearable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dairy\"><\/span><b>Dairy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calcium helps reduce menstrual cramps, but this is not the case for dairy, which is also a good source. Dairy products include cheese, milk, yogurt, butter, and ghee. These foods naturally contain arachidonic acid that is a precursor for prostaglandins, which intensify the period cramps(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/neuroscience\/arachidonic-acid\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some commercial milk preparations may also contain bovine prostaglandins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4524299\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid dairy during this period, even if you are a fan of them. This includes ice cream, which many tend to overeat when their mood is low, which is often the case with periods. You can opt for other sources of calcium, such as nuts, chia seeds, and vegetables.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/9-essential-nutrients\/\">9 Essential Nutrients Or Why You Should Include Milk To Your Daily Menu<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28921 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3432-1024x576.png\" alt=\"coffee cramps\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3432.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3432-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3432.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3432.png 1210w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugary_Foods_And_Drinks\"><\/span><b>Sugary Foods And Drinks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before and during your periods, your sugar levels are off. This is because of the hormone fluctuations. After ovulation during the second half of your menstrual cycle, progesterone levels are high. Several studies show that progesterone is linked to temporarily increased insulin resistance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jcem\/article\/95\/12\/5435\/2835335\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This phenomenon is known as luteal phase insulin resistance. So because of this, your blood sugar is more difficult to control. Eating sugar can make this worse as it can cause spikes. This worsens the mood fluctuations and fatigue, which makes the already unbearable period cramps worse.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of these sugary foods are also high in calories, so they are bad news for your weight. During these few days of your period, avoid eating any sugary foods and drinks. To get through the cravings, eat fruit instead of reaching for a pack of oreo or candy.<\/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=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\">set this plan in motion<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30485 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-4095-1024x576.png\" alt=\"coffee\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-4095.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-4095-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-4095.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-4095-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-4095.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Causes_Of_Severe_Menstrual_Cramps\"><\/span><b>Other Causes Of Severe Menstrual Cramps<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides foods, there are several other causes of severe menstrual cramps. The medical causes of menstrual cramps include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Endometriosis. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a condition where tissue similar to that lining the uterus (endometrium) grows and implants itself outside the uterus. It commonly involves the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and tissue lining the pelvis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Uterine Fibroids.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Also known as myomas, fibroids are benign tumors that develop in or around the uterus. These non-cancerous growths can worsen pain during periods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pelvic Inflammatory Disease.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> PID is a disease of the female genital tract that affects the ovaries, uterus, and fallopian tubes. It is caused by different types of bacteria that are usually transferred through intercourse. The most common symptom is lower abdominal pain. If left untreated, it can be life-threatening as the infection might spread to the blood.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cervical Stenosis.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is a rare condition where the cervix is<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">narrow and small. It often has no symptoms. But it can slow menstrual flow, causing pressure to increase within the uterus resulting in pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adenomyosis.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is a disorder where the endometrial tissue grows into the muscular wall of the uterus, causing pain and inflammation. As the wall grows thicker, it can cause heavy, prolonged bleeding and pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Periods can be a nightmare because of the cramps, fatigue, bloating, mood fluctuations, and food cravings. Several foods can aggravate the pain and leave you feeling worse. Unfortunately, most of the foods with this effect are some of our favorites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to avoid any foods that worsen your periods, and this includes coffee. If you use coffee, limit it to one cup a day. You can also go for decaf or tea without caffeine, such as peppermint and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/drinks-that-help-with-period-cramps\/\">chamomile tea<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Does_Coffee_Make_Cramps_Worse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gif_Blue-1.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/neuroscience\/arachidonic-acid\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arachidonic Acid &#8211; an overview<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (n.d, sciencedirect.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1658361214000651\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Association between menstrual disturbances and habitual use of caffeine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, sciencedirect.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3003984\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caffeine&#8217;s Vascular Mechanisms of Action<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4524299\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormones in Dairy Foods and Their Impact on Public Health &#8211; A Narrative Review Article<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2015, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jcem\/article\/95\/12\/5435\/2835335\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longitudinal Study of Insulin Resistance and Sex Hormones over the Menstrual Cycle: The BioCycle Study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, academic.oup.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279324\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Period pain: Overview &#8211; InformedHealth.org &#8211; NCBI Bookshelf<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2008, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3118460\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premenstrual syndrome<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8815755\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relation between sodium balance and menstrual cycle symptoms in normal women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (1996, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4859868\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The relationship between alcohol consumption and menstrual cycle: a review of the literature<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2015, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/423723\/\">The relationship of dietary fats to prostaglandin biosynthesis<\/a> (1979, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Periods are often accompanied by fatigue, mood swings, cravings, and cramps. You may also experience intense and insatiable cravings for fatty and sugary foods. This makes the days before, during, and after your period difficult to get through. The cravings often make you reach for certain foods, some of which may worsen your period cramps, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":24429,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"coauthors":[117,87],"class_list":["post-24423","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Does Coffee Make Cramps Worse? The Truth According To Science - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"You probably have heard that some foods worsen period cramps. But, \u2605 DOES COFFEE MAKE CRAMPS WORSE? \u27a4 Here are some facts that you should know.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, nofollow\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Does Coffee Make Cramps Worse? The Truth According To Science\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"You probably have heard that some foods worsen period cramps. 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The Truth According To Science\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/\"},\"wordCount\":1876,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/does-coffee-make-cramps-worse\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shutterstock_566212843.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Nutrition\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Periods are often accompanied by fatigue, mood swings, cravings, and <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/\\\">cramps<\/a>. You may also experience intense and insatiable cravings for fatty and sugary foods. This makes the days before, during, and after your period difficult to get through.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The cravings often make you reach for certain foods, some of which may worsen your period cramps, and this is the last thing you want to happen. So, does coffee make cramps worse? We take a look at coffee and other foods that can worsen <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-help-with-period-cramps\/\\\">period cramps<\/a>.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>Why Does Coffee Make Menstrual Cramps Worse?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Most women experience premenstrual syndrome symptoms like fatigue, nausea, vomiting, mood swings, increased appetite, and food cravings. They usually begin anywhere between a few days and two weeks before your period. For some, these symptoms last during their periods (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3118460\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Of these symptoms, cramping caused the most discomfort. An increase in the levels of prostaglandins causes the uterine muscles and blood vessels to contract. Period pain is most intense at the beginning of your period, but as the bleeding continues and the endometrium is shed, the pain lessens (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279324\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). 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