HEALTH

It's *that* day of *that* time of the month. Translation: Your energy is zapped, your flow is heavy, your stomach/head/back/everywhere hurts. The good news? This won't last forever. The better news? We've planned out an amaze agenda to help you get through the toughest time of your cycle (with the help of Pamprin, the ultimate menstrual MVP). 

7 a.m.: Start off slow. 

Set yourself up for success by avoiding an overly chaotic morning. Rising early might sound counterintuitive when all you want to do is sleep, but set your alarm 20 mins earlier so you can brew yourself a mug of homemade matcha and journal or read another chapter of your new novel.

10 a.m.: Break out the Pamprin. 

Your new BFF at the peak of your period? Pamprin Multi-Symptom. Sure, you could grab a heating pad for your cramps, hit the medicine cabinet for your pain and do some deep breaths for your mood swings—but newsflash, there's a way to knock out all of these troubles in one swoop. 

Pamprin is formulated with active ingredients to relieve seven of the peskiest PMS symptoms (bloating, backache, cramps, headaches, irritability and more!). 

12 p.m.: Eat smart.

Your best bet? A superfood salad packed with period helpers. Combine spinach, quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes and feta, then top with a Greek vinaigrette (you can add in chicken or fish for even more protein). And don't forget dessert—a couple squares of dark chocolate help curb cramps (no, really!).

3 p.m.: Get a stretch in.

We know, exercise is likely the last thing on your mind when you're already battling bloat and low energy, but research suggests that getting in a sweat sesh can actually help reduce cramps during your period.

Plus, if you're feeling extra irritable, anxious or otherwise off your game, exercise can be a healthy outlet for strong emotions. (And with Pamprin Multi-Symptom in your gym duffel, it'll be much easier to motivate yourself to get moving.)

Just remember to go easy (this isn't the moment to grind through a bootcamp abs blast). The idea is to activate your bod in a laid-back way (think: yoga or walking on the treadmill).

6 p.m.: Take a Something Shower.

Skip the hair mask followed by the DIY facial followed by the full-body shave and simplify your shower routine to include just one special ~something~.

Maybe you finally crack open that vanilla sugar scrub or steal some of your mom's lavender-scented lotion. Doing just a little extra to pamper yourself is all it takes to feel restored.

8 p.m.: Curl up with a comfort watch. 

Your reward for pushing through all those period probs? An early bedtime—after you've treated yourself to an episode of your fave show, movie or podcast. Pick something that helps you wind down (like your go-to sitcom or current romance read), then prioritize getting a full eight hours of shut-eye. Tomorrow is a new day, bb.

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by GL | 8/15/2024