Irregular periods are a fairly common type of problem. Either they arrive earlier and take the girl by surprise, or they have to wait long and painfully, as the woman begins to suspect an unplanned pregnancy. Therefore, many ladies resort to the help of folk wisdom and try to induce menstruation on their own.
One of the plants used to induce menstruation is, who would have thought, ordinary laurel. Let's figure out how safe and effective it is.
Bay leaf and its properties
Bay leaf is known to women as a seasoning for dishes, which gives them an unforgettable aroma and taste. Its housewives use powder and ordinary leaves, which are removed from the finished dish. As it turns out, bay leaf is not only an aromatic spice, but also an excellent assistant for medicinal purposes.
A bay leaf grows on a noble laurel. This is a subtropical tree. Since ancient times, these noble leaves crowned the glory of the winners of Ancient Greece. Therefore, this plant is also called sacred. We should be grateful to this plant for the popular expression “winner’s laurels.” This is such a difficult tree.
And if you consider that essential oil is made from it, a medicine for the treatment of nervous tics, a mixture for restoring health to the roots of the head, a decoction of the leaves to stop nosebleeds, bruises, hematomas, insect bites and even snake bites are also treated with decoctions. And many, many other useful products for human health.
The whole secret of bay leaf lies in its many usefulness. Among the nutritional values are: protein, fats, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, vitamins A, B, C, PP, essential oil, microelements, macroelements (zinc, iron, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, copper, sodium, magnesium, potassium). In folk medicine, bay leaf is useful for improving appetite, digestion, for high blood pressure, for suppressing tuberculosis bacillus, increasing immunity, treating arthrosis, arthritis.
The noble laurel has the following series of actions:
- General strengthening;
- Tonic;
- Hemostatic type;
- Restores sleep;
- Has stress-resistant properties;
- Used to treat urolithiasis;
- In gynecology it is used to induce menstruation.
Namely, we will talk about the last point in more detail.
And first, it is important to know in what cases bay leaf infusion should never be used.
Who are contraindicated in decoctions of the laurel plant:
- Pregnancy and lactation. It is clear that what causes uterine contractions can cause involuntary miscarriage. Or affect the development of the fetus.
- If you regularly take a decoction of bay leaves, you can provoke problems with the reproductive system in a woman.
- Diseases of the kidneys, liver and heart during exacerbation;
- Ulcer.
- Allergy to this product.
- Diabetes mellitus at a severe stage.
And it is important to observe moderation. That is, adhere to the prescribed dosage and course. Anything consumed in large quantities only harms your health, and you are unlikely to recover faster.
Reasons for missed periods
There are too many external factors that can affect your menstrual cycle. And even a basic trip affects your periods. When the climate changes, your period may come earlier or, conversely, be delayed.
You shouldn’t rule out the very first reason – pregnancy. Therefore, first buy a test and make sure that you are not pregnant before trying the effect of bay leaf on yourself.
But before using bay leaves to induce menstruation, you should consult a doctor so as not to harm yourself. In such cases, it is worth knowing the enemy by sight and determining the reasons for the delay in the menstrual cycle.
The main reasons for a delay in the menstrual cycle:
- Failure in hormone levels. A lot depends on the hormones in a woman’s body. Starting from the ability to get pregnant and ending with the stability of menstruation;
- Nervous feelings. There is such a statement: all diseases are from nerves, I would also add all diseases and problems. And no matter how much we want to minimize stress in life, but this is unrealistic;
- Any type of tumor. This case requires immediate treatment by a qualified physician;
- Sudden weight loss. Any fluctuations in weight can cause health problems. Weight loss does not only imply the loss of fat from the body, but also the loss of beneficial elements that keep it intact.
- Power loads. Playing sports is good, but everything should be in moderation. If you decide to work on your own body, then first you need to discuss all the points with the instructor and doctor.
- Taking a course of medications. There are such cases, and after completing this course everything will return to normal.
- Early menopause. Early menopause occurs at 30-40 years of age. A consultation with a gynecologist is required to determine an accurate diagnosis.
- Chronic diseases that have worsened. Over time, everything will return to normal.
Effect on the functioning of the uterus
Critical days come after the level of hormonal elements in the body has stabilized and the uterus is ready for this physiological state. The second phase of the menstrual cycle provokes the renewal of the mucous layer in the uterus, which is intended to secure the fertilized egg in it. If fertilization does not occur, the uterine cavity provokes its rejection through hemorrhage from the vagina. The speed of contractions depends on the level of hormones; the more stable it is, the faster your periods come. If they do not arrive at a certain time, this means that some malfunctions have occurred in the body and it is necessary to eliminate them in a timely manner. If the provocateurs are not dangerous diseases, then bay leaf, when menstruation is delayed, can be taken to speed up natural processes and provoke uterine contractions. After taking bay leaves, menstruation will occur after a short period of time (usually the next day). Because of this property, it is strictly forbidden to use this medicinal plant during pregnancy, since the bay leaf will cause pregnancy interruption.
Bay leaf and pregnancy
We will talk about ways to make a decoction or infusion from bay leaves later, but now I would like to discuss the reasons why young girls and others want to induce menstruation. There can be an unlimited number of them.
It’s good if the reasons lie in an ordinary vacation that you want to spend in comfort. And if a young girl suspects pregnancy and tries to get rid of the child in this way.
Dear girls, you must understand that nothing goes without consequences.
Well, you started bleeding after taking a decoction of bay leaves, what next? If there was a pregnancy, then the embryo inside still remains exactly the same. And over time you will have to do cleaning. This is, firstly, and secondly, severe bleeding may occur and then urgent hospitalization. And it is unknown how this may end. In such cases, death is no exception.
In general, you should not play with your own health. We seem to live in a civilized world, where people are shouting about methods of contraception on every corner. Now is the time when they are not afraid to ask the boldest questions. So let's take a common sense approach to everything, and before doing something stupid, consult a doctor on how best to proceed in this case.
In situations where it is known for sure that a girl is pregnant or unplanned, it is better to contact a gynecologist and have an abortion. Moreover, the doctor will do it as safely as possible, so that in the future it does not result in something very serious.
The female body is a miracle created by nature. After all, only a woman is given the power to bear and give birth to a new member of society. Remember this.
Contraindications and side effects
Bay leaf decoction for menstruation is not always harmless. If used incorrectly, a medication can lead to negative consequences. Self-therapy with the drug without prior consultation with a gynecologist is unacceptable.
- Bay leaves are strictly prohibited during pregnancy.
Potentiation of contractions leads to serious uterine bleeding, which without timely assistance can be fatal. Important! Some believe that bay decoction will help get rid of an unwanted pregnancy. In reality, the plant is not intended for abortion: the potential risk to the woman's health is high. - It is undesirable to induce menstruation when delayed with bay leaves in the presence of serious diseases of the heart, kidneys and liver, especially in the acute phase.
- One of the side effects of laurel is its astringent effect. For chronic constipation, the plant will aggravate the condition, so it is not used.
- The plant is contraindicated in severe forms of diabetes.
Important! In high concentrations, bay infusion can cause poisoning.
Bay leaf recipes to induce menstruation
We have already said that bay leaves are widely used not only in cooking, but also in medicine. A long time ago, our great-grandmothers determined that bay leaf perfectly helps to cope with delays and helps induce menstruation.
Of course, a bay leaf in soup will not affect menstruation in any way, but a decoction of bay leaf can change a lot in the female body. But do not forget that this can also cause harm.
Not many recipes for preparing these miracle decoctions have survived to this day, but there are enough of them to choose one that is convenient for yourself.
Attention, before using these recipes, consult your doctor. The most famous cooking methods are listed below.
Recipe 1 . For half a liter of water, 10 grams of bay leaves. Boil for an hour over low heat. Strain. Drink a glass of decoction. The procedure is not repeated, otherwise there may be health problems.
Recipe 2 . Throw three medium bay leaves into a glass of boiling water. Let it brew until it becomes warm water. Then drink this infusion. Repeat the procedure three times. Just one day, no more.
Recipe 3 . Add 10 grams of leaves to 400 grams of water. When it boils, remove the lid and cook for about five minutes. Remove from heat, pour into thermos. Let it brew for 3-4 hours. Drink this decoction throughout the day, in small sips. Expect your period the next day.
These are the basic recipes from noble laurel. But, as you can see, take no more than strictly in the indicated dose.
How to take bay decoction for menstruation - working recipes
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Any decoction with laurel should be prepared strictly according to the recipe. There should be nothing there except water and the plant itself. Let's look at the most popular recipes.
- We prepare an infusion of 3 laurel leaves, which we rinse well under running water, put in a container and pour a glass of boiling water. After the infusion has cooled, you need to drink it 2 times within one day before meals. It's not worth taking it anymore. It is a powerful remedy for inducing menstruation.
- The decoction is prepared by boiling 10 g (package) of washed bay leaf in half a liter of water for one hour over low heat with the lid closed. After the procedure is completed, the broth is infused for 3 hours. You need to drink 1 glass of decoction at night. Your period should start in the morning.
- An infusion can be made by pouring a bag of bay leaves into 0.8 liters of water. You should drink it after cooling down at one time on an empty stomach.
Bay leaf and reviews
Nowadays, almost everything can be found on the Internet. Including reviews from girls about laurel leaf decoction, who tried it on themselves.
If you decide to try the effect of bay leaf on yourself to induce menstruation, first read the reviews of others, and only then decide whether or not to take the decoction.
Here are a few reviews from girls from forums who took a decoction of bay leaves as an assistant in inducing menstruation:
- Yarina writes: that she drank the infusion of bay leaves and the next day her period began.
- Star writes: at 4 pm I drank 300 grams of bay leaf decoction and at 7 pm my period started.
- The Invisible Woman writes that during the delay she drank a decoction, her periods began, but she remained pregnant. Result: a child with numerous pathologies.
- Another unknown person does not recommend it. Since in her case, calling her period ended in severe bleeding and she barely managed to stay alive.
As you can see, noble laurel has many beneficial properties, but carelessness in treating with bay leaves can have irreparable consequences.
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Reviews from women
Marina:
“I filled the whole bag. I drank for a day. There was no period. The product didn’t help me!”
Olga:
“I used it to speed up menstruation. Invited to a birthday party. I decided to slightly adjust the cycle to my schedule. My period started the next day. Although there were 5 days left before the expected date.”
Traditional medicine is not an absolutely safe treatment method. Therefore, any woman needs to know how to properly use bay leaves for menstruation, and in what cases the plant will benefit.
