8 Natural Ways to Regulate Your Period

If your periods are irregular or you don’t menstruate at all, try these natural ways to regulate your period. If you’re not getting your period, you may have amenorrhea.

Before the period tips, a quip:

“Men somehow lose their ability to do anything right during their spouse’s time of the month.” – anonymous.

You may not have a time of the month if your period is irregular – or if you don’t menstruate at all! If you do get your period and are interested in natural menstrual hygiene products, click the picture of organic cotton pads. And, read on for natural ways to regulate your period…

8 Natural Ways to Regulate Your Period

1. Figure out the cause of your irregular periods. Read 6 Things That Cause Irregular Periods. If you don’t know why you’re not menstruating regularly, then you won’t be able to fix it! You might also find 4 Types of Menstrual Period Problems helpful (it describes dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, oligomenorrhea, and amenorrhea).

2. Black Cohosh. Women sometimes take black cohosh to regulate periods, ease PMS symptoms, and induce labor. Black cohosh has also been used to relieve arthritis pain and help lower blood pressure. However, research has not verified how effective black cohosh is in regulating menstruation.

3. Blue Cohosh. Blue cohosh can regulate the menstrual cycle, ease menstrual cramping, and treat endometriosis. Don’t take this herb if you’re on prescription medications – talk to your doctor first!  Native Americans use this natural herbal product to induce labor, and it can be toxic.

4. Wild Yam Root. This herbal product contains diosgenin, which may balance progesterone. Wild yam root may effectively treat menstrual irregularities, cramps, infertility, menopause, and endometriosis. Again, if you’re on other medications, talk to your doctor before trying this herb to regulate your period.

5. Soy. Soy products, such as soy nuts and tofu, can help balance your hormones and stabilize your moods. Soy contains isoflavones or phytoestrogen (plant estrogens) that may work as a weak form of estrogen. Large amounts of soy can throw off your hormonal balance, but light to moderate amounts can help regulate your period (again, depending on what the cause of your irregular periods are).

6. Acupuncture. This naturopathic remedy balances hormones and regulates blood flow. Acupuncture may help to regulate periods in women who have polycystic ovary syndrome (read Acupuncture Treatments for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome).

7. Aromatherapy. In aromatherapy, essential oils stimulate your olfactory (smell) nerves, which can affect emotions and balance hormones. Aromatherapy oils can promote restful sleep, alleviate headaches, lessen anxiety and depression, and help balance hormones. If you’re looking for ways to regulate your period, talk to a naturopathic doctor or homeopathic specialist about the different types of natural remedies.

8. Deal with your stress. Tension, anxiety, lack of sleep, poor eating habits, and upset moods can affect your menstrual cycle — and not in a good way! To regulate your periods, find healthy ways to deal with the stress in your life. Get massages, exercise regularly, get intimate with your partner, and get enough sleep! These suggestions will help balance your hormones and mood.

If you have any questions or thoughts about these ways to regulate your period, please comment below! And, to read about reducing the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), read Natural Tips for Overcoming Premenstrual Syndrome.