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Consumption of papaya can prove to be very beneficial in the problem of irregular menstrual cycle. The papain enzyme present in papaya promotes contraction of the uterus. Due to which the flow of menstruation becomes smooth. Its regular consumption also reduces pain and cramps during periods.
The menstrual cycle in women is a normal and natural process. The onset of which is considered to be on average at the age of 12 years. However, due to changing lifestyle, unbalanced diet, mental stress and lack of hygiene, many women nowadays are facing the problem of irregularity of menstrual cycle. If this problem persists for a long time then it can be a matter of serious concern. In such a situation, by adopting proper care and home remedies in time, relief from this problem can be achieved to a great extent.
Menstrual cycle becomes irregular due to imbalance
Dr. Prabhat Kumar, District AYUSH Medical Officer, District AYUSH Department, Sadar Hospital Koderma, told during a special conversation that there can be many reasons for irregular menstrual cycle. Many times, due to vaginal infection, coming in contact with infected clothes, lack of personal hygiene and hormonal imbalance, infection occurs in the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Due to which periods do not come on time or problem of excessive pain and cramps arises.
Considerable relief from consumption of papaya
He told that consumption of papaya can prove to be very beneficial in this type of problem. The papain enzyme present in papaya promotes contraction of the uterus. Due to which the flow of menstruation becomes smooth. Its regular consumption also reduces pain and cramps during periods. He said that women who complain of irregularity of menstrual cycle. They can include papaya in their daily diet.
Papaya corrects hormonal balance along with nutrition
He told that papaya can be consumed in two ways. By making vegetable from raw papaya and including ripe papaya in the form of fruit in the food. However, he clarified that eating ripe papaya is considered better and more effective. The natural elements present in it help in nourishing the body as well as maintaining hormonal balance. He also advised that papaya is considered cold in nature. Therefore, it is more beneficial to consume it before 2 pm. She also advised women to pay special attention to personal hygiene, use clean and dry clothes and take a balanced diet.
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