Irregular period is a symptom of possible underlying causes. Missed or delayed period, periods which can’t be tracked, abnormal and untimely bleeding patterns are all irregularities in menstruation.

What causes this symptom?

• Hormonal imbalances
• PCOS
• Family history
• Menopause
• Early puberty
• Physical and psychological stress
• Side effects of medication

What are the complications?

Infertility is a complication of menstrual irregularities.

What is the mainstream medical intervention?

Patients of this disorder are prescribed birth control pills (estrogen+progesterone) for 15 days a month for months which cause side effects such as spotting, breast tenderness, mood swings and nausea.

What is the solution?

Nutrition

• Eat vitamin rich foods
• Eat pineapple
• Eat seeds and nuts
• Consume ginger regularly
• Use cinnamon and apple cider vinegar in food.

Acupressure- 4 points

Yoga

• Setubandhasana
• Dhanurasana
• Ustrasana
• Matsyasana
• Pranayama-
• Anulom vilom
• Bhramari