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.
Reduce Salt Intake. Excessive salt intake increases water retention, so start scaling back on your salt, especially around your period. Read nutrition labels on packaged foods to determine sodium levels. Many packaged foods, especially soups, sauces and deli meats, contain high sodium levels.