Heavy Bleeding
Self Help For Heavy Bleeding
Good diet is vital for maintaining normal muscle contractions in the tiny arteries in the
uterus, to control bleeding, and to enable the uterus to repair itself. Protein, essential
fatty acids, B vitamins, bioflavonoid, zinc, vitamin E, potassium, calcium and magnesium are
all essential. Poor diet, stress, kidney problems, chronic diarrhea, the use of drugs such as
cortisone and diuretics, and malabsorption can all cause deficiencies. Avoid caffeine, alcohol,
smoking and fatty foods.
Often women who have low thyroid function have a tendency to heavy bleeding. Signs of
low thyroid include lethargy, dry skin, feeling cold and a low temperature (below 97.8 F or
36.6 C under the arm). Food rich in iodine will help maintain thyroid hormone balance.
A relationship exists between fat and estrogen; those tending to be overweight are more
likely to have excess estrogen in the system stored in fat tissue. This will upset the normal
hormone balance. Take regular exercise, and make sure you get plenty of rest and relaxation.
Deal with any stress. Make sure you put time aside for yourself and your own needs, away from
the demands of work or family. Rest during your period as over-exercising stimulates bleeding.
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