Irregular Periods or Missed Cycle?

Periods can be quite irksome as they are accompanied by cramps, PMS, irritation and mood swings. But they can also be comforting and provide relief to many women. Regular periods are a sign that everything inside the body is operating exactly as it should be. But quite often, some women may face irregularity in periods. Apart from pregnancy and hitting menopause, there could be a variety of factors that could cause irregularity or abnormality in menses. Doctors define periods as either ‘normal’ or ‘abnormal’ based on three criteria – how regular your cycles are, how long the bleeding lasts and how much you’re bleeding. 

A normal bleeding lasts up to five to seven days, if it’s more than that it is considered as prolonged bleeding. A normal cycle requires you to change your pads three to four times a day, but if you are changing every hour then your bleeding is abnormally heavy. Start keeping a track of your periods, if you haven’t already done it. Below we tell you what the possible causes of irregular periods could be. 

High Stress Levels: When you are undergoing a lot of stress, your body can start to conserve energy by preventing ovulation. Stress can suppress the hormones that regulate ovulation or the release of an egg from the ovaries. If ovulation doesn’t happen, a period won’t happen either. Stress can also contribute to hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA). When you don’t have a lot of estrogen – and levels of other hormones including luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) – fall below normal, you aren’t able to build up the uterine lining and therefore you don’t get your period.

Poor Diet: A diet low in nutrients, antioxidants and probiotic foods can affect your periods. Excess cortisol hinders the optimal function of many other essential hormones such as sex hormones. It can also lead to protein breakdown, resulting in muscle-wasting and potentially osteoporosis. A high intake of sugar, hydrogenated fats and artificial additives are linked with thyroid issues and adrenal fatigue that can raise cortisol. If you’re struggling with menstruation, make sure to eat right kind of food. Foods that are high in antioxidants, nutrient-dense and that contain plenty of fats and proteins. 

Over-Exercising: To maintain a healthy lifestyle moderate exercising is essential but too much exercise can also put excess pressure on your adrenal, thyroid and pituitary glands. For example, women who suddenly start intense training for a marathon, high level of physical exertion can put a sudden halt to their periods. Physical exertion can increase stress and deplete the body energy needed to regulate sex hormones. Exercise-induced amenorrhea can be an indicator of an overall energy drain and is most common among young women. 

PCOS: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormone imbalance in women that negatively impacts ovulation. When a woman PCOS, she experiences altered levels of sex hormones that can result in weight gain, acne, facial hair growth and even irregular menstrual cycles. It can also cause infrequent or prolonged periods. 

Low Body Weight: Body fat is important for creating enough estrogen, which is why extremely thing women or those with serious conditions like anorexia and bulimia can experience absent or missed periods. When your body mass index (BMI) falls below 18 or 19, you can start to miss your period due to having too little body fat. A low-calorie, low-fat diet can also result in nutrient deficiencies and lowered boy-fat percentages that may contribute to irregular periods and bone loss. 

A one-off irregular period is not worrisome. If it is persistent and you’ve gone three cycles and it’s irregular, then it’s time to call your doctor. No matter how much women loathe ‘that time of the month’, we should be grateful that regular periods indicate that our bodies are performing to the mark. There are more possible reasons that can cause irregularities in periods, identify those factors, track your period calendar and do not miss to get in touch with your healthcare provider.

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Adrenal fatigue is a much more common problem than you might think. If you’ve been feeling extremely tired lately, you could have adrenal fatigue syndrome, which is also called adrenal insufficiency.
This affliction occurs because of the adrenal gland malfunctioning. About 80% of the world’s population is thought to experience it at some point. Adrenal fatigue can hinder you when you're doing housework or at your job, however, the good news is that it’s easy to overcome. The most important step is to have adrenal fatigue diagnosed, and that starts with acknowledging any symptoms your may have.
 The Most Common Signs
 One of the biggest red flags for adrenal fatigue is getting a good night’s sleep and waking up more tired than when you went to bed. This tends to be the first thing that people with adrenal fatigue notice about themselves. If it seems to be occurring to you repeatedly, then you definitely shouldn’t overlook it.
The second most prevalent symptom of adrenal fatigue is anxiety. Feeling extremely overwhelmed by everything going on around you can be put down to adrenal fatigue or what’s known as “burnout syndrome”, which you get from overwork and not resting enough.
Anxiety caused by adrenal fatigue is usually accompanied by poor memory and an inability to focus or concentrate.
If you’re seemingly unable to lose weight, it might also indicate that your adrenal gland isn’t working properly. This is especially true if you’ve lowered your calorie intake and are working out regularly.

How to Overcome It 

If you’re experiencing the symptoms outlined above, the first thing you need to do is cut all the stimulants and irritants out of your diet, with specific reference to caffeine and sugar.
Next, you need to increase your magnesium and vitamin B complex intake, as these two essential nutrients will stimulate your adrenal glands and balance your blood sugar levels.
In addition to the nutrients above, you should also increase your daily intake of healthy amino acids, such as Omega 3 and Omega 6. You can do this by adding olive oil to your salads – it’s a great source of amino acids. Try combining extra virgin olive oil with dark, leafy greens such as chard, kale or spinach. You can also try seaweed, as it is particularly rich in minerals.
 Also consider taking natural dietary supplements containing adaptogenic herbal extracts, roots and natural plants such as ginseng, rhodiola, ashwagandha and holy basil. Note that there’s only so much that these supplements can do, so take them in conjunction with B vitamins, selenium and vitamin D.
Vitamin D helps relieve stress, allowing you to get a better night’s sleep. It works best in combination with selenium and magnesium, which improve adrenal gland function.
If your day-to-day life is stressful, see what you can do to reduce it. Try yoga, breathing exercises, melotherapy or aromatherapy.
 Exercise is always good for keep stress levels down – jogging, swimming, hiking or even walking for half an hour each day can help you keep them manageable.
 Remember to do the following:
 Get rid of caffeine
•  Eat more fruit and vegetables
•  Stay hydrated
•  Cut down on sugar and empty calories
•  Remove fast food from your diet
•  Exercise to keep stress levels down.
 Live by these rules and you’ll remain healthy, happy and energetic for many years to come!