“Do you need a good menstrual cycle to be born as a Mangaiyarai?“Kavimani Desika Vinayakam Pillai said it proudly, but it must be said that the realities are not like that. Because women have been subjected to many hardships since then till now. No matter how many laws are passed that women should be treated equal to men, there is no solution for women in the society. Because wherever you look, sexual violence, patriarchy, oppression, discrimination and inequality are still following women even today. Despite all this, many women in the world have achieved success, even in this age, women are treated like slaves without being sent out of the house.
Especially during menstruation, women are kept aside. During menstruation, women are conditioned not to enter the kitchen, not to enter the temple, not to touch that, not to touch this. Everyone forgets that we are born from that menstruum called Titu. How many people know how many difficulties and pains women go through during menstruation. Even though they know it, they fail to take care of them properly. So many women are forced to take care of themselves during menstruation.
So now let’s see how women can take care of themselves during menstruation.
Women need adequate rest during menstruation. Have a restful sleep.
Eat foods rich in carbohydrates and protein.
It is good to exercise the abdominal area with warm water.
Soaking a spoonful of fenugreek in water at night and drinking it the next morning is likely to reduce stomach pain.
Avoid adding salty foods during menstruation.
Nappies should be changed every three to four hours.
If you have hand, foot, headache or body pain, you can take a bath with warm water.
Taking pulses, cereals etc. during menstruation will give health and strength to the body.
Eat fiber-rich fruits and vegetables.
However, it is best to consult a doctor immediately in case of severe discomfort.