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.
Non-white foods to regulate your menstrual cycle. Most natural foods are not white, so you can assume that if a food is white, it is probably processed to the point of being unhealthy! To make your menstrual cycle regular, avoid white flour, sugar, white potatoes, white bread, white pasta, and white rice. They disrupt your menstrual cycle by creating insulin surges that result in fat storage. This excess fat storage negatively affects ovulation and your periods â and can cause irregular periods.