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Can you lose weight by dieting during menstruation?
You can lose weight, but don't diet;

Gynecologists point out that you can lose weight moderately during menstruation. It should be noted that female friends must not lose weight through dieting or strenuous exercise during menstruation, otherwise they will not lose weight, but will have other serious adverse effects. The menstrual diet is also called physiological diet. According to the physiological cycle, slimming is divided into four stages, namely, 1-7 days after menstruation is called slimming welfare period, 7- 14 days after menstruation is called slimming overspeed period, 14-2 1 day after menstruation is called slimming plateau period, and 28 days after menstruation is called slimming buffer period.

1, slimming welfare period, when the weight is generally 2-3 kg more than usual. When you are weak, eat more iron-containing foods, such as beef, high-calorie hot cocoa and chocolate.

2, slimming overspeed period, this period is very easy to get fat, if the calories you eat can not be quickly decomposed, oats will become fat and stay in the body, so try to reduce the intake of high-calorie, high-fat foods. Eat less sugar and starch and exercise moderately.

3, slimming platform period, is still a favorable period to lose weight, eat more high-fiber foods, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, whole wheat flour, brown rice, oats and other foods. Eating enough high-fiber food can promote hormone excretion and increase the content of magnesium in the blood.

4. During the slow slimming period, the diet in the week before menstruation should be light, eat more green leafy vegetables and fruits, which are easy to digest and nutritious; Drink plenty of water, maintain smooth excretion and reduce pelvic congestion. At the same time, eat more high-protein foods such as meat, eggs, tofu and soybeans.

It is possible to use women's physiological cycle, combined with diet and exercise to achieve the purpose of losing weight. However, we must also grasp the degree, not over-dieting, nor over-exercising, and we must achieve good results step by step.

In diet, during menstruation, you can eat more iron-containing foods and plant proteins that improve iron absorption; Do not eat alcohol, tobacco and spicy food such as pepper, garlic and barbecue; Do not eat cold food, such as all kinds of cold drinks and raw fruits; Eat less acidic foods, such as sauerkraut and plums; Don't eat too salty, drink more boiled water. In terms of calorie control, it is not advisable to go on a diet during menstruation and consume enough calories and nutrients.

In terms of exercise, avoid strenuous exercise during menstruation and do not engage in high-intensity exercise. We should focus on shaping, and we can do some gentle unarmed exercises, such as simple Tai Ji Chuan and Pilates. Walking and jogging are also good choices.