How to balance irregular menstrual cycle?

By Dr. Shobha Gupta

Very important tips for women facing irregular cycles.

1. Eat healthy diet include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet. It will help normal your cycle. Take more pulses in your diet as they are low fat, high in fibre, with no cholesterol, low glycemic index, high in protein and nutrients.

2. Have lots of water and reduce or eliminate caffeine like coffee, tea,

chocolate, colas or alcohol. It would help flush the system and keep cells rejuvenated.

3. Take adequate sleep as it will help restore the reproductive system. Lack of sleep can disrupt your cycle. 

4. Manage your weight. Your weight could be the highest contributing factor for irregular periods. Go for a gradual weight loss. Manage it with light exercises and little bit of dieting.

5. Eliminate stress from your life be it mental, physical or emotional as it will affect the estrogen and progesterone levels in the body. So, try and work on eliminating the stress.