Our menstrual cycle is governed by two hormones; Estrogen and Progesterone. Under the effect of progesterone hormone, our body retains excess water, that happens every month just prior to periods. How can we avoid breast tenderness and belly bloating during these days?

Water retention is increased with sodium /salt consumption, less mobility and exercise, calcium and potassium deficiency and less water intake. In order to prevent bloating, we need to correct our dietary mineral intake and maintain our physical activity even during those days.