How to Stop Heavy Bleeding During Periods Home Remedies

Heavy bleeding or menorrhagia is a condition that is characterized by an abnormally heavy or prolonged bleeding that requires a woman to change her sanitary pads every one to two hours during her menstruation cycle. Due to the condition a woman can lose a lot of blood in the form of huge blood clots, resulting in anemia,  fatigue, weakness, breathlessness, mood swing and other health problems if continued for a longer period of time. 

Menorrhagia can be a cause of a serious underlying health problem, hence it is advisable to consult a health expert if the situation persists for long. 

You can also manage the condition with several home remedies, such as,  

Cold compress

This age-old traditional method can provide you some relief from heavy blood flow as well as from period cramps by constricting your blood vessels due to the low temperature.

• To apply this method, put some ice in a thin towel and after securing it with a band or a knot. Apply it on your abdomen and leave it there for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Try to relax after lying down for a while.
• If necessary, you could also repeat this procedure every four hours for however long the symptoms persist.

Blackstrap molasses

Another efficient natural solution to manage the excessive blood flow during menstruation is blackstrap molasses. This iron-rich byproduct of sugarcane production stimulates the production of red blood cells. 

Its anticoagulant properties also stops the blood clots from forming, as a result soothes the period cramps. Blackstrap molasses also helps to regulate the amount of blood lost during periods. 

• The best way to consume blackstrap molasses is to add 1 to 2 teaspoons of this magic potion to a cup of warm water or milk. 
• It is best to drink a cup of this tea every day throughout your menstruation.
• You can also enhance the goodness and taste of lemongrass tea by adding 1/2 tablespoon of blackstrap molasses. 
• Drink this tea twice a day; once in the morning and once at night before sleep.

Follow any of these easy yet effective traditional remedies for a few weeks to see a visible improvement in your overall health.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is another option to deal with high menstrual flow. It functions as a potent tonic to remove toxins from your body and aids in maintaining a healthy hormonal balance. Even symptoms like cramps, unpleasant headaches, irritability, as well as weakness and weariness, can be treated with its consumption.

To help regulate the heavy menstruation flow, add one to two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water. To get the best out of it, consume this mixture three times a day throughout the menstrual cycle.

Red Raspberry

The leaves of the red raspberry are also very helpful for the ladies who experience heavy menstrual flow. Red raspberries are packed with tannins that actually strengthens uterine muscles, thus aids in abdominal cramps.

• You can make a delicious tea using its dried leaves. To make use a spoonful of the dried red raspberry leaves and add it to a cup of boiling water. 
• Cover it for about 10 minutes.
• Strain it into a cup and drink this tea thrice a day, starting a week before your menstruation is due and continuing until your menstruation cycle ends.

Cayenne

You can also try cayenne pepper to relieve heavy menstrual flow. It may assist in balancing the body's blood flow. Additionally, it lessens the signs of severe bleeding and aids in maintaining the hormonal balance.

• To consume this nutrition packed chilled, you can mix 1/2 teaspoon of it to a glass of warm water.
• Add some honey to balance the spicy flavor.
• Sip on this nutritional drink two or three times per day during your menses to help regulate your heavy flow.

Coriander Seeds

Coriander seeds are consumed in nearly every Indian household and is well known for its many benefits including controlled menstrual bleeding. This herbal remedy can influence female hormone and uterine function during their menstruation, as a result helps reduce heavy bleeding and abdominal pain. 

• To get its best results boil 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds in 2 cups of water and reduce it to half.
• Add some honey after straining it into a cup or glass.
• Drink it warm twice or thrice a day.

Cinnamon

Another most talked about kitchen spice for its multiple health benefits. The cinnamon is quite efficient at reducing the heavy monthly flow brought on by uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, and endometriosis. This herb lessens blood flow by moving it away from the uterus region that results in decreased menstruation flow. Furthermore, its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effects aid in cramp relief.

• To make cinnamon tea, take one cup of boiling water and add roughly 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder. 
• Simmer it for a few minutes.
• Now add honey.
• Drinking this twice a day.

Ginger tea

Ginger tea reduces excessive bleeding during periods. Ginger water is the most widely used home remedy for excessive menstrual bleeding. You can drink ginger tea or consume it raw.

Avoid alcohol and caffeine

Heavy menstrual flow can also be caused by excessive alcohol and caffeine usage. Drinking alcohol can increase your menstrual blood loss or make your period heavier. Since alcohol and caffeine both are a blood thinner and because they boost estrogen levels, heavy drinking may lead to a heavier menstruation. Try to refrain from drinking alcohol and caffeine too much.

Eat healthy 

Add spinach, salmon, and pumpkin seeds to your diet to meet your body's needs for iron during menstruation.

Conclusion

Heavy bleeding can be caused in many women due to several reasons. In some women it can be due to genetics, or hormonal imbalance such as decreased progesterone, elevated estrogen levels or imbalance in thyroid hormones, the inability to form blood clots, or presence of fibroids or any tissue growth in the uterus, polyps in cervix region. 

If none of these conditions are applicable but still you experience heavy bleeding, you can try these home remedies for a safe and fast relief. Otherwise it is always advisable to consult a doctor if heavy menstruation persists for longer.