5 Foods That Can Make Painful Periods Worse

3. Sugary Fluids

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Sugary drinks and carbonated beverages can lead to bloating and water retention, making you feel very uncomfortable… not the sort of feeling you want when you’re already feeling down, with period pains. Instead, opt for drinks such as water or vegetable juices. A swollen abdomen is the last thing you want.