Apr 15, 2025
Bloating During Period Symptoms Explained: What to Track & When to Act
Explore causes and personalized insights for bloating during period using advanced testing with Mito Health.
Why It Happens
Progesterone Increase: This hormone relaxes muscles including the gut, slowing digestion and increasing bloating.
Water Retention: Estrogen fluctuations cause your body to retain more fluid, which contributes to the bloated feeling.
Increased Cravings: Processed or salty foods during PMS can cause more fluid retention and gas.
Stress and Inflammation: PMS often raises cortisol, which can reduce gut motility and promote inflammation.
Prostaglandin Activity: These compounds increase around menstruation and affect smooth muscle contractions, potentially impacting digestion.
Sources: Healthline, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, WebMD.
How to Manage
Drink More Water: Staying hydrated actually helps reduce bloating by flushing out excess fluid.
Exercise Gently: Movement improves circulation, lymph flow, and digestive motility.
Eat Potassium-Rich Foods: Bananas, avocados, and leafy greens help balance fluids.
Track Cycle Patterns: Use an app or journal to identify when your bloating peaks and adjust diet accordingly.
Bloating during your period is natural, but manageable through nutrition and routine.
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