Kareena Kapoor Khan’s nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares tips for a pain-free period

Apparently, women sometimes suffer from a common reproductive endocrine disorder called Polycystic Ovarian Disorder (PCOD). Besides, creating problems in conceiving, this prevalent disorder also shows other signs, including acne, excessive weight gain, facial hair growth, irregular and painful periods, among others.


Rujuta Diwekar advises, "Disregarding AI and scales to gauge your health levels, and instead use your natural intelligence. According to her, there are three parameters that can help you get a good idea of how healthy you are. These include the energy levels throughout the day, your sleep quantity during the night and compliance to your exercise plan.”


She also added, “For those who suffer from irregular periods and the accompanying cramps, she recommends trying ceratin superfoods that help in insulin sensitivity and regulating periods.”


The nutritionist added, “Coconut, ghee, jaggery and aliv seeds (watercress seeds) are the superfoods that help with enlarged pores on the skin. Raw banana, suran (elephant foot yam) and sprouted legumes prevent PMS and migraines and spotting that goes on for days altogether. Superfoods like nachni, either as dosa, porridge or bhakri, work in preventing cramps and battles acne that tends to pop up around the chin.”