Having problems with your period cycle? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Many women across the globe suffer from oligomenorrhea, which is basically irregular or delayed periods. Ideally, a normal period cycle ranges from 21 to 35 days, and the bleeding lasts anywhere from 2 to 7 days. However, women who suffer from delayed periods, have them infrequently with the time between each of their periods varying, the number of days of bleeding varying, and also abnormal blood loss, which could be too little or too much.
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Causes of delayed periods
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The most common causes for delayed periods include:
- Hormonal fluctuations
- Onset of menopause
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
- Abnormalities in the uterus
- Recent childbirth or miscarriage
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- Diabetes
- Tuberculosis
- Liver disease
- Thyroid disorders
- Autoimmune disorders
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Eating disorders
- Noticeable weight loss or gain
Other factors related to lifestyle choices like excessive smoking, caffeine, alcohol abuse, stress, travel, increased exercise, sedentary lifestyle, certain medications, birth control pills could also possibly contribute to the problem of delayed or irregular periods.
Home remedies for delayed periods
Menstrual cycles are usually irregular in the first few years after the first period, and the same is true at the end of the menstrual years, i.e., during menopause. Additionally, different women have different menstrual patterns, so slight irregularities and changes once in a while is really okay, and nothing to be concerned about. However, if the irregularity and the delay in your periods continue for more than a couple of months, it’s time you acted and get it sorted.
And if you’re open to trying out home remedies for delayed periods, then we’ve got you covered. Let’s take a look at some of the effective natural remedies that do not have any side effects and are, for the most part, very simple and easy to follow.
1. Aloe vera
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Aloe vera is known to help treat delayed periods by naturally regulating your hormones.
Remedy
- Slice open a clean aloe vera leaf and scoop out the fresh gel into a clean bowl. Mix in 1 teaspoon of honey to it and consume about 2 tablespoons of it every day before breakfast to regularize your period. Follow this remedy for at least 3 months to see positive results.
Pro tip: Do not follow this remedy when you’re already on your period.
2. Asafetida
Asafetida is used quite regularly in certain households while cooking. Thanks to its warming properties, it helps in regularizing delayed periods as well. Also, it helps in the release of many a female hormone, which in turn aid in regulating menstrual cycles.
Remedy
- Use a pinch of asafetida in any dish you cook and that should be enough.
3. Bitter gourd juice
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If your periods are delayed due to the result of hormonal fluctuations, then this remedy will sure help in regulating the hormonal cycle and bring normalcy to your periods.
Remedy
- Drink 2 tablespoons of bitter gourd juice every day for a few weeks to see positive results.
4. Carrot juice
Carrot juice is rich in iron, which helps regularize irregular and/or delayed periods. Also, raw carrots are known to promote proper hormone functioning, which could be the reason for the delayed periods.
Remedy
- Drink 1 glass of carrot juice every day for at least 3 months to see marked improvement in your situation.
Pro tip: Apart from carrot juice, you could also include corn, drumsticks, pumpkin seeds, lettuce, and beets into your regular dietary intake.
5. Cinnamon
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Cinnamon is a very useful ingredient which helps regularize menstrual cycles, while also helping reduce painful menstrual cramps.
Remedies
- To 1 glass of warm milk, add half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder and stir well. Drink this every day for several weeks to see improvement.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on your foods like porridge, muesli, cereal, or salads.
- Prepare cinnamon tea by pouring 1 cup of hot water to half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Let it steep for 10 minutes, before straining it. Drink 1 cup of this cinnamon tea every day for a few months for best results.
6. Coriander seeds
Coriander seeds are known to help promote menstruation, thus helping regulate delayed periods.
Remedies
- Extract coriander juice from a handful of coriander seeds and drink this every day for a few months.
- Add 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds to 2 cups of water, and boil this till the quantity of water is reduced by half. Strain this and drink this tea thrice a day for a few days before your period is due. Repeat this remedy for a few months to help regulate your periods.
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7. Fennel
Fennel is another great herb that is very effective in treating delayed periods. Not only does it promote regular menstruation, it also helps relieve menstrual cramps associated with PMS. Additionally, it helps rebalance the female sex hormones in the body.
Remedy
- In 1 glass of water, soak 2 tablespoons of fennel seeds overnight. The following morning, strain and drink it. Follow this remedy every day for about a month till your periods are regularized.
8. Ginger
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Ginger is again an amazing ingredient which helps regulate menstrual cycles, while also helping relieve menstrual pain.
Remedy
- In 1 cup of water, add half a teaspoon of freshly ground ginger, and boil the mixture for about 5 minutes. Add a bit of sugar to this, and drink it thrice a day after meals for about a month or so for positive results.
9. Mint
Mint and honey together form an ideal natural remedy to help regularize delayed periods. Additionally, this combination also helps relieve menstrual cramps.
Remedy
- Mix 1 teaspoon of dried mint powder with 1 teaspoon of honey, and consume this thrice a day for several weeks to see positive results.
10. Parsley
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Parsley is another herb which is known to be quite effective in regularizing delayed periods.
Remedy
- Extract the juice from a handful of parsley and consume it every day for a few weeks to see positive results.
11. Radish seeds
Radish seeds are another amazing remedy for regularizing delayed periods.
Remedy
- Grind some radish seeds into a powder, and mix 1 teaspoon of this into a cup of water and drink it. You could also use milk or butter to mix this powder in and consume it.
12. Sesame seeds + jaggery
Sesame seeds are excellent to regulate period cycles, because they help balance your hormones. Also, the essential fatty acids that it contains, help promote optimal hormone production. Additionally, jaggery possesses warming effects, which also help in regularizing delayed periods.
Remedy
- Take a handful of sesame seeds and dry roast them. Now, grind them in a blender along with 1 teaspoon of jaggery, so it’s a fine powder. Consume 1 teaspoon of this powder every day on an empty stomach to see positive results. This remedy should be followed every day in the second half of your menstrual cycle, or in other words, approximately 2 weeks before your period is due.
Pro tip: Do not follow this remedy when you’re on your periods.
13. Sugarcane juice
Sugarcane juice is another natural remedy which helps in regularizing your irregular period.
Remedy
- Drink 1 glass of sugarcane juice every day during the 2 weeks prior to the date your period is due.
14. Turmeric
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Turmeric is an amazing ingredient which is widely used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, and it is helpful in regulating your periods, while also helping balance the hormones in your body. Also, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties, turmeric also helps relieve menstrual pain.
Remedies
- Mix a quarter teaspoon of turmeric with honey, jaggery, or milk, and consume it every day for several weeks to see positive results.
- You could also ingest turmeric supplements, but only after consulting your doctor about the proper dosage and its suitability for your condition.
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15. Unripe papaya
Unripe papaya, especially when it’s green, is considered very useful in regularizing delayed and/or irregular periods. If the delay in your period is due to menopause or stress, then this is the ideal remedy for it.
Remedies
- Eat a few slices of unripe papaya for a few months to see positive results.
- Drink 1 glass of unripe papaya juice regularly for a few months to help regulate your menstrual cycle.
Pro tip: Do not follow this remedy when you’re on your period.
These are all the natural home remedies for delayed periods that actually work. Take care to consult a doctor if the problem persists even after a few months. You shouldn’t ignore irregular and/or delayed periods.
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