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.
Eating and Drinking Differently. 1  1. Drink plenty of water. 2  2. Drink more tea. 3  3. Get more vitamin C. Getting a lot of vitamin C can starve the uterus of progesterone, which in turn breaks down the uterine walls.  4. Eat some period-fighting power 1  foods. 5. Avoid dairy, caffeine, sugar, alcohol, and red meat.