Period cramps can be common—but they shouldn’t take over your life. Learn how to tell the difference between normal ...

Monthly menstrual pain affects millions worldwide, ranging from mild discomfort to debilitating cramps that interfere with daily activities. While over-the-counter medications offer relief for many, ...

Magnesium supplementation or increased dietary intake may help period cramps (dysmenorrhea)—painful sensations in the lower abdomen and lower back. If you want to try magnesium, knowing how much, what ...

You may have noticed an unexpected wellness trend gaining traction online. People are claiming a daily cup of hot water (with ...

Herbal options may help some women control pain from period. Feb. 7, 2008— -- In the blinding, searing, white-hot moment of the first major cramp of the month — when you're doubled over on the ...

Nearly 90% of adolescent girls experience menstrual pain each month, but few of them seek medical treatments. Many rely on over-the-counter drugs for pain relief, but changes in diet also may help.

There is limited evidence supporting the use of essential oils for menstrual cramps, but it is unclear which oils or methods for using them are most effective or how they work. Aromatherapy is an ...

Your menstrual cycle can shed significant insight into your overall health, but if there’s one thing we can all agree on when it comes to periods, it’s that heating pads for cramps can turn your ...

Despite the fact that menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) is the leading cause of school absences for adolescent girls, few girls seek treatment. An analysis of relevant studies suggests that diet may be a ...

CALGARY, Alberta - Men were asked to test their threshold for pain using a machine that simulates menstrual cramping, an experience hosted by a company that aims to "remove the stigma" of periods. The ...