Not salting the water When potatoes cook, the starch granules swell and absorb water and â if you've added it â salt. You won't need to add as much at the end, and your final product will be well-seasoned, not bland. 3.
7 / 15. High-fat foods have a strong affect on hormone activity in the body. Like trans fats, saturated fats can contribute to period pain and inflammation. Avoid heavy meats and dairy to keep your fat intake down, which also regulates estrogen levels.
Reducing Symptoms. 1  1. Watch what you eat. Itâs not awful to give into cravings once in awhile, but if you are constantly eating milk chocolate while youâre on your period, you might actually be doing yourself a disservice. 2  2. Move your body.