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What Causes Bloating And Gas Before Menstrual Cycle?

I had my period on 6/1, my next one is going to start in 5 days. However, I ve been having a lot of cramps, excessive bloating and gas. My stomach looks like a ball. I m freaking out because I feel like I could be pregnant. Even though I had my period this month. I haven t done a test yet because I m scared and just want to wait until those 5 days are up. Please help me understand what it could be?
Tue, 27 Feb 2018
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Some women get more gas and bloating before their periods than others. A diet that is higher in simple carbohydrates can be more likely to cause this as well. Cardiovascular exercise and a diet with more complex carbohydrates than simple ones, healthy fat and lean protein can help minimize these effects.
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What Causes Bloating And Gas Before Menstrual Cycle?

Some women get more gas and bloating before their periods than others. A diet that is higher in simple carbohydrates can be more likely to cause this as well. Cardiovascular exercise and a diet with more complex carbohydrates than simple ones, healthy fat and lean protein can help minimize these effects.