What are the irregular periods?

Irregular periods refer to that occur outside of the typical range of 21 to 35 days. A regular is considered to be between 21 and 35 days long, with bleeding lasting from three to seven days

What causes irregular periods?

There can be many causes of irregular periods, some of the most common causes are:

Hormonal imbalances:
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): 
Thyroid disorders: 
Weight changes:
Certain medications: 

Stress: Stress can also affect hormonal balance and cause irregular periods.

It's important to note that occasional irregular periods can be normal and are not necessarily a cause for concern. 

What are the symptoms of irregular periods?

• The length of the gets extended for more than 35 days
• Missing more than 3 consecutive cycles
• Heavy bleeding with clots or spotting 
• Abdominal cramps and backache 

How to get regular periods naturally

Exercise regularly:

Regular exercise can help maintain a healthy weight, reduce stress, and improve hormonal balance, all of which can promote regular periods. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days of the week.

Ginger Tea :

Ginger is beneficial for different diseases and symptoms, including irregular periods. Regular consumption of raw ginger can help to regulate your periods. Ginger contains gingerol that helps lower inflammation in the body. It helps in contracting the uterine muscles and facilitates hormonal balance. It standardizes the monthly occurrence of periods. Drinking a glass of hot ginger tea with a bit of lemon juice and a dash of honey, either on an empty stomach in the morning or the evening, promotes metabolism.

Unripe papaya:

Unripe papaya is well-known for its action on irregular periods. It enhances your uterine contraction that helps occur during your periods. unripe papaya juice regularly for a few months but do not drink it during your periods.

Jaggery :

Jaggery is sweet and has a lot of medicinal properties. Regular consumption of jaggery may help regulate irregular periods. It also helps in reducing uterine cramps.

Turmeric:

Turmeric can do anything. It is a magical home remedy that we can use in any condition. Regular consumption of jaggery may help regulate irregular periods. It also has anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties that help in reducing uterine cramps. If you want to prepone your periods naturally, try having turmeric with warm milk and honey. Take it daily till you get your periods. 

Aloe Vera :

Aloe Vera juice is an excellent remedy to regulate your menses and reduce excess weight. It also enhances your metabolism and keeps your gut system healthy. Aloe Vera helps to correct your hormonal imbalance and treat your  irregularities. But never use Aloe Vera during periods. It may increase uterine contractions. 

Apple cider vinegar:

Consuming apple cider vinegar can help you regularize your periods and in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome. You may also lose weight and lower blood sugar and insulin levels. 

Apple cider vinegar is bitter, so you can  it by mixing it with honey to neutralize the bitter taste.

Cinnamon :

Cinnamon is essential in our kitchen as well as in our health. It helps regulate the blood flow to the uterus and may treat irregular periods. It may reduce abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting during periods. 

For best results, add a teaspoon of cinnamon powder to a glass of milk and it. 

Beetroot :

Consuming beetroot may help deal with irregular period problems and their symptoms. Beetroot contains a high amount of folic acids and iron that help increase haemoglobin level in the blood. It also works as an emmenagogue