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.
1 Avoiding particular foods that might trigger migraines, such as chocolate, red wine, cheese, caffeine and monosodium glutamate (MSG). 2  Exercise. 3  Stress management. 4  When migraines are associated with menstrual periods, taking a water pill or diuretic and restricting salt intake around the time of menstruation may help.