A journal on Pain Research study shows that a whopping 55% of women consume painkillers during their period. Now, there is no denying that period cramps can be agonising for so many of us. But do you know that popping pills to relieve the pain has some serious health repercussions?
For starters, non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen can make you dizzy and nauseous. This is because they block the production of prostaglandins, a fat-based compound that makes you sensitive to pain. The result? Less pain—but not without health issues like acid reflux, stomach ulcers, and kidney failure. These pills can even increase the risk of a heart attack/stroke by 100%.
This Women’s Day, we want you to stop compromising your health to relieve menstrual pain. We have found a healthier pain-management approach—Sirona’s period-care range. It is a godsend for those who struggle with menstrual cramps and here are two products that we swear by:
The Sirona Feminine Pain Relief Patch
This pain relief patch can relax your muscles within minutes of application and keep period cramps at bay for 8-10 hours. All you have to do is stick it on the impacted area like a band-aid. Plus, it is made with 100% natural ingredients like menthol and eucalyptus oil. After you apply the patch, the ingredients are released into your skin throughout the day to combat the pain. It eliminates the need for hot water bottles and painkillers and is perfect to use even you’re on the move or at work.
The Sirona PMS Gummies
These chewable vegan gummies come in a box of 30 and are infused with natural actives. One gummy a day is all you need to relieve PMS symptoms like menstrual cramps, bloating, acne, and irritability. Packed with the goodness of chasteberry, vitamin B6, dong quai, and lemon balm, they’re completely safe and can be consumed by any woman above the age of 18.
With these products in your kitty, you will never have to put your health at risk to deal with menstrual cramps. Cheers to pain and painkiller-free period!
