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MOMENT 3: How To Eat Your Way To Pain-Free Periods | Alisa Vitti

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Balancing Prostaglandins for Pain-Free Periods

The imbalance of prostaglandin ratios can lead to menstrual cramps. While PGE2 triggers uterine contractions, PGE1 and PGE3 promote uterine relaxation. The natural design of periods is pain-free with more prostaglandins inducing relaxation. Consuming fats high in omega-6 can disrupt this balance, leading to increased cramps. By adjusting dietary intake, it is possible to alleviate cramps within two menstrual cycles.

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