How to relieve menstrual cramps?

Menstrual cramps are horrendous, right? They are uncomfortable, even unmanageable, and unbearable. Depending on person to person, menstrual cramps can be mild, moderate, or highly painful, not to mention, that they make us really lethargic and weak. So then what should be done to ease the discomfort caused due to the menacing menstrual cramps? Following wats might be of help - 

• Hot water treatment - It is an age-old remedy to relieve several kinds of pain. And it's really effective as well. For menstrual cramps, get some hot/warm water (as per your preference) and keep it on affected areas for 10-15 minutes. Repeat the process once or twice a day for maximum results. 
• Aromatherapy - The fragrance of essential oils has been proven to calm elevated nerves and soothe you down. Just add some drops of your favorite essential oil to a diffuser, and let its aroma do its magic. You will feel much more relaxed, calm, and destressed. 
• Stay hydrated - drinking an ample amount of water is necessary even when you are not on your periods, but during this time of the month, you need to be extra careful. Dehydration can lead to more fatigue, exhaustion, even nausea. Make sure to drink at least 1.5 liters of water during the day, as when your body remains hydrated, your body also remains healthy and fit. 
• Take a painkiller - In case your cramps are unbearably worse, you can always rely on painkillers. Drugstore painkillers will definitely eliminate pain, but if you are someone who gets painful periods every month, it is highly advisable to consult a doctor. The prescribed medicines will help you better, and keep you safe from any side effects as well. 
• Go light on meals - when a part of your body is in pain, your entire body is in trouble. This is exactly why it is often recommended to not eat heavy food while you are going through something. In case of menstrual cramps too, you should ensure to not eat a lot of oily or fried food. Include seeds, nuts, millets, and fox nuts in your diet, and see how your body reacts positively to the diet change. 
• Take proper rest - after years and years of struggle and activism, several companies have started offering paid leaves for menstrual pain and discomfort. Though it seems like a big victory, we are quite far off from celebration, as not all companies let you rest at home for menstrual cramps. But health should always be your priority, therefore, if you are struggling with really bad cramps, never hesitate to stay at home and take proper rest. It will only do you good. 

There are several other tips you could bring to use to relieve menstrual cramps. But the above-mentioned ones are definitely some of the most effective ones. So stay healthy, stay happy!

Thanks!