Ever feel totally wiped out during your period in the summer? You’re not imagining it. Between hormone fluctuations and high temperatures, your body is doing a lot — and it’s no surprise you’re feeling drained.
🔄 What’s Going On?
When you’re on your period, your body already loses blood, iron, and energy. Add sweltering heat into the mix, and your heart rate increases, your blood vessels expand, and you sweat more — meaning you're losing fluids faster and working harder to stay cool.
🧠 How It Affects You
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Fatigue: Your body is prioritizing cooling itself down. That means less energy for everything else.
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Mood Swings: Dehydration and lack of sleep from sticky nights can intensify PMS symptoms.
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Cramp Flare-ups: Heat can either soothe cramps (via muscle relaxation) or make them worse (due to dehydration).
✅ What You Can Do
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Hydrate more than usual – water, electrolyte drinks, and hydrating foods like cucumber or melon help.
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Take it slow – your body isn’t lazy; it’s working overtime. Rest when you need to.
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Keep cool – cold compresses on your lower belly or neck can ease cramps and lower body temp.
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Eat iron-rich snacks – leafy greens, dried fruits, or nuts can give you a gentle energy boost.
Feeling sluggish in the heat isn’t a weakness — it’s your body telling you it needs care. So, pause, hydrate, and take the pressure off. You don’t have to power through every moment. Rest is resistance too.
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