Home Remedies For Irregular Period

Natural remedies for irregular menstrual cycles

Irregular period means that your period does not occur on time.

The interval between one menstrual cycle period and the next period usually ranges from 21 to 35 days.

Signs and symptoms of irregular periods

If your menstrual cycle is longer than 31 to 35 days apart, you may be experiencing irregular menstrual cycle.

If your menstrual cycle starts less than two weeks before the normal menstrual cycle time, it could be considered irregular.

Changing sanitary pads every hour or two may be an indication of irregular period.

Serious menstrual cramps could also be an indication of abnormal periods in women.

A menstrual period that last more than seven day could pass for irregular menstruation.

What causes irregular periods

Menstrual periods can be irregular for many different reasons, such as stress, dietary problems, anxiety, illness, and emotional issues.

Any condition that can affect the balance of your reproductive hormones can trigger abnormal menstrual cycle.

Home remedies for Irregular menstrual periods

Menstrual cycle is a very sensitive thing, and can be triggered by many factors that can throw it out of balance.

So the home remedy treatment program will focus largely on hormone balance.

Herbs – Agnus Cactus and False Unicorn Root for abnormal periods

Agnus cactus is a hormone-balancer that acts on the pituitary gland in the brain to regulate hormone levels in the ovaries.

False unicorn root has a hormone-like chemical compound called saponins. It has a balancing effect on estrogen and progesterone levels during a menstrual cycle.

Estrogen and progesterone are two of the primary female sex hormones that affect the levels of menstruation.

Take 15 drops of any of these herbal tinctures in a little water or juice, 2 times a day for 8 weeks for treatment. The herbs are available in nutrition stores and online.

Herb combination for abnormal periods

If you can get these dried herbs, combine equal parts and drink an infusion made from 1 teaspoon per cup of water.

Take the combination for 4-6 months to get a regular cycle.

Chaste tree increases the ratio of progesterone over estrogen in the body which normalizes menstruation.

Nettle is considered to be a woman’s tonic. It nourishes the body.

Lady’s mantle is an astringent uterine tonic that helps to regulate abnormal cycles.

Wild yam increases progesterone and helps in treating spotting, and reducing uterine spasms.

Dandelion helps the liver to excrete excess estrogen from the body, thereby regulating menstrual function.

Special home remedies for irregular period

Hibiscus flowers for treatment

Grind about 5 red hibiscus flowers to a paste and have them on an empty stomach with water for 5-7 days before your menstrual period starts.

This flower helps to regulate estrogen and progesterone balance which is needed for regular menstrual periods.

Holy basil with honey and pepper remedy

Add a teaspoon of honey to a teaspoon of holy basil -leaf juice, and spread a little bit of black pepper powder on it.

Take this mixture 2 times in a day, for about 5 weeks for normal menstruation.

Aloe-leaf pulp for abnormal periods

Get the pulp from 2 or 3 aloe leaves. Boil it until it is brown. Let it cool down and mash it to make a paste.

It’s quite bitter, so take a teaspoon of it with water or apple juice on empty stomach every morning for about 7 days, to regulate menstruation.

This remedy could have a purgative effect on some people, so reduce the dosage if necessary.

Vitamins and supplements for treatment

These supplements can help balance your whole system and hormones.

An irregular period induced by stress can be brought under control with vitamin B Complex. Take 2 capsules a day for treatment.

You may also need a daily dosage of 2 capsules of omega-3 essential fatty acids for a good hormone health.

To get your whole system including the reproductive system working efficiently, you will need to take 3 detox capsules twice a day for 10 days.

Homeopathic remedy for abnormal periods

Fraxinus Americana

Fraxinus Americana is known to reduce hormone imbalance except for emotional causes which need a homeopath’s special attention.

It helps to reduce fibroids, a non cancerous tumor in the womb that affects hormone imbalance.

Take 5 drops of this remedy in a 6x potency in the morning and evening until you experience a result. It is available in nutrition stores and online.

Special diet for irregular period

Celery and lotus roots for abnormal periods

Slice 120g of celery and 120g of lotus roots into a bowl. Place a fry pan on high heat with 1 tablespoon of peanut oil.

Add the celery and lotus roots and stir fry for 5 minute before adding salt and seasoning. Eat it regularly for irregular menstruation and vaginal bleeding of a hot nature.

Any of these remedies or a combination of them can help you overcome your irregular period syndrome. However, you might want to consult your doctor before using some of the methods.