One common question that naturopaths hear quite often is: “My daughter suffers from severe bloating prior to her periods and quite often severe pain and cramping during the menstrual cycle. She is just 15 years old and tends to become very upset during this cycle. Her GP has suggested that she should start using a contraceptive pill to help prevent these symptoms, but we would like to, if possible try and help her without going to these lengths. She is not in a relationship and therefor we do not feel that the pill is quite appropriate”.
My response is to make sure your daughter’s diet is free of refined foods, white bread, sugars and especially market soft drinks, as an excess of these foods will invariably cause boating and pain. More tips and solutions available in the main article.