Horrible period symptoms

before every period i bloat ( water retention) and i gain about 5 pounds. Its so depressing as it seems to be all in my lower stomach and round my hips. i love going to the gym and when im feeling slim and good about my self i suddenly develop a stomach and love handles! it feels pointless going to the gym. How can i stop the bloating every month ? any ideas. Im going on holiday soon and really want to avoid putting on so much water weight. who wants to feel self conscious on the beach ?
please help
lucy x x x

Horrible period symptoms

hi, i suffer just the same and as i am only 7st6ib it really shows! Try a hot water bottle on your stomach laying down for a couple of hours, and also avoid junk food if u can just till your period is over.

Period symptoms and yoga

I agree I use two hot water bottles, one on the front and one on the back. Yeah, also cut out junk food, especially salty ones. I started yoga and found that helped with the pain and cramping. So you may want to look into that too. Just keep trying and listen to your body.
Hope You Feel Better
Linda

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Periods,aah!

i get bloating too. it is horrible. dont know if there is much that can be done. you could maybe ask your doctor, or chemist if there is anything that can relieve it.

as you are going on hols, i was just wondering if you are on the pill. i know certain ones (mini pill), you can keep taking without missing a pack, to let you have a non period holiday. it's just a thought. if you are taking the pill, then you could maybe ask doc, if changing to another would help any?

have a good holiday!!
take care

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