A typical period occurs every 24 to 29 days, but it may skip cycles or appear inconsistently due to stress, poor nutrition or prescription drugs, according to Diana Kroi, author of "Take Control of Your Period." According to Women to Women, there is no need to be alarmed if you miss one or two periods in the course of a year. However, if you miss your period frequently, you should contact your doctor, who can help determine the cause. Other factors that can contribute to irregular periods include excessive weight loss or gain, eating disorders, hormonal imbalance and caffeine.
Instructions
1. Eat a healthy diet. Your diet can affect your hormone balance, which can cause disruptions in your period. A healthy diet of non-starchy vegetables, fruit and lean meats such as salmon, turkey and chicken can help regulate your period.
2. Limit carbohydrate consumption. Excessive refined carbohydrates provide little nutrition, which can lead to weight gain and increase your risk of irregular periods, according to Kroi.
3. Exercise in moderation. While it's important to stay physically fit, too much exercise can affect your hormone levels. Thirty minutes of physical activity can help maintain your weight, while not putting too much stress on your body.
4. Take multivitamins. Your irregular periods could be caused by a lack of calcium or magnesium, or by low folic acid.
5. Practice relaxation techniques. Engaging in meditation, yoga or rhythmic breathing exercises for 20 minutes daily can lower your stress levels and increase serotonin, a neurotransmitter that improves mood and maintain body functioning, according to "The Serotonin Power Diet."
6. Limit certain beverages. Caffeine and alcohol can cause irregular menstruation and cramps. According to Kroi, you should limit your caffeine to one 8-oz cup of coffee, tea or soda per day.
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