Keys to the Castle

Okay, girls. Through a little experimentation, I have found a fantastic breakthrough to help us out with our monthly "friend", or "Hell Week" as I like to call it... No pills, no powders, no potions, would you believe it's something as simple as a little Apple Cider Vinegar?! Let me explain...

So, I'm sure you've heard of ACV's superpowers in the realm of nutrition. I've actually used it as a weight loss tip for my clients. I've seen major results for them by suggesting that, BTW...

Did you know that it's great for your hair (for dandruff & shine), skin (acne & fading bruises), overall heath? This stuff is amazing! But let's get to the real point of this blog, helping with the period. 

So, I started thinking, as I'm talking to my clients about the ACV helping to flush water retention. I thought, "Hey, I wonder if it helps with the water retention during your period." Sometimes, I have a tendency to think out loud, so I mentioned the thought to a client, and she decided to give it a try, on her own. She used the ACV in a variety of ways, every day, the week before her period was supposed to come. Sometimes, she drank it in a glass of water. Sometimes, she used it as a topping on veggies. Sometimes, she used it as a salad dressing. Sometimes, she just drank it. She never used less than 2 tablespoons a day, but I cautioned her about overdoing it because it can dehydrate you if you do. She continued using it during the first 2 days of her period & reported the following:

-NO BLOATING

-NO WEIGHT GAIN

-less fatigue than usual 

-MUCH less cramping than usual

I was in shock! I couldn't believe all of the benefits. So, as soon as I could, I repeated the experiment in the same way that she did. Not in the exact same regiment, but in the same amount & with the variation that she did. It worked for me too! I didn't bloat, I wasn't so exhausted, & the cramps were MUCH better than usual! However, they did kinda kick in on day 2. I took a shot of ACV, maybe about a tablespoon or 2, & about 30 minutes later, the cramps were a thing of the past!

I feel like I've found Atlantis or something! Period system relief without medical intervention or having to fool around with a heating pad?! OMG! 

Okay, now I gotta be responsible & give my little disclaimer. If you have some kind of medical issue, you might wanna give the Dr. a shout before you try this. Also, like I said, if used to excess, it can dehydrate, so drink plenty of water! In addition, if you have acid reflux issues or ANY issues with acidity (ulcers, GI problems, throat sensitivity, etc), this may burn, so clear it w/ the Doc, & please dilute with water!!! 

Otherwise, enjoy this cheap & effective superfood!