I've been trying to avoid ibuprofen and naproxen for a while now because they mess with my stomach. I was wondering if there are natural alternatives like ginger or turmeric that actually work against strong period cramps.
I've noticed my wife gets relief from fresh ginger in tea, especially if she starts drinking it a couple of days before, and turmeric seems to really help - but honestly the results vary a lot from person to person and with severe pain you might need something stronger, so it's worth checking with your doctor to rule out other pharmaceutical options that are gentler on the stomach.
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