9 Natural Ways To Help Ease The Excruciating Agony Of Period Pain

So it's that time of the month and yet again, you're hunched over in pure agony as a result of cramps. Cramps are unfortunately one of the downsides of being a woman, and can feel like multiple minions slowly punching at your uterus for five days straight.

Although painkillers are great for easing the pain, it's best not to rely on these bad boys as if you find yourself without them, you might not be able to cope. That's where we come in. There are a myriad of different ways you can help ease period pain without swallowing a pill, so read them and weep. (well maybe not)

1. A good old hot water bottle

The heat is clinically proven to help reduce muscle cramps, ladies.

2. Drink lemon water

This has an alkalising effect on the body and keep the body hydrated and mineralised.

3. Massage essential oils on your belly

Oils like evening primrose oil have anti-inflammatory properties and can help ease cramps and bloating – double whammy.

4. Take fish oil tablets

These help with balancing hormones making the pain ease away.

5. Go for a run

Aerobic exercise helps release endorphins also known as happy hormones, which help ease the pain.

6. Have some ginger and cinnamon tea

This home concoction is another way to naturally balance your hormones. Put half a teaspoon of cinnamon and a few slices of ginger into hot water, let it steep for 5 minutes and drink up.