Joint aches in your menstrual phase
Joint aches is stiff or achy joints and muscles that come and go with your cycle. In your menstrual phase it tends to flare because estrogen and progesterone bottom out and prostaglandins rise to shed the uterine lining, which can bring on joint aches.
What's happening in your menstrual phase
Estrogen and progesterone are at their lowest. Energy dips and your body wants rest, warmth, and iron-rich, easy-to-digest food.
What to eat
How to move
gentle mobility and warm-ups keep stiff joints moving comfortably.
Quick relief
- Anti-inflammatory omega-3 food can ease aches.
- Warm up well before any harder training.
- Stay hydrated, which supports joint comfort.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do I get joint aches in my menstrual phase?
In your menstrual phase, estrogen and progesterone bottom out and prostaglandins rise to shed the uterine lining, which can bring on joint aches.
What should I eat for joint aches?
Foods that help include salmon, ginger, walnuts, berries.