Disclaimer: I've always had irregular periods, and my cramps have always seemed less painful than those of many women. But after I went vegan, my cramps and other PMS symptoms — bloating, breakouts, etc. — became so much milder that it got even harder to tell when my period was coming. POPSUGAR Fitness editor Gina Florio backs my experience up in her piece on the topic: "After eating a strict plant-based diet for three months, though, I was shocked to see significant changes in my cycle. I was much less moody, less anxious, and less prone to crying for no reason. My cramps were minimal and my flow was much lighter."
While more research needs to be done, a study published in Obstetrics & Gynaecology found that a low-fat vegan diet significantly reduced pain and PMS for many women, likely because of reduced inflammation, improved hormonal balance, and decreased bloating.
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