Amenorrhea is an absence of menstrual periods, which can be primary, and thus caused by delayed puberty, family history, or a weight issue. But it can also be secondary and caused by a psychological issue, particularly an emotional shock. Therefore, it will be important to establish the cause.
Generally speaking, we can mention a few remedies such as turmeric, which will be effective in calming pain, and which can be taken in the form of capsules, powder, or in food.
There are also phytoestrogen plants such as chasteberry and sage, which are found combined in capsules. The dosage will be two capsules per day for three months.
Additionally, to remedy stress, passionflower will be a real ally; and its use in capsule form is recommended in the evening.
To achieve a quicker return of the menstrual cycle, nettle may be effective.
Furthermore, if the person is prone to an iron deficiency, they will be advised to consume olive oil, almonds, as well as flaxseed.
What the science says: painful periods and cycle, medicinal plants
What published research says about the remedies mentioned above, for illustration purposes—the studies address material causes, while healing belongs to Allah.
Painful periods and cycle
Ginger reduces period pain according to several meta-analyses (J Integr Complement Med, 2024) (Cureus, 2021), as do cinnamon and fennel (J Int Med Res, 2020); magnesium and omega-3s help with premenstrual syndrome, and an anti-inflammatory diet reduces endometriosis pain (Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol, 2022). Precaution: very heavy, very painful, or irregular periods deserve a medical workup (endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS, thyroid); chasteberry and sage act on hormones—seek medical advice if under treatment.
Medicinal plants: using them properly
Moringa, for example, has shown an effect on blood sugar according to a meta-analysis (Molecules, 2021) and its safety has been reviewed (Phytother Res, 2015); more broadly, plants act—and therefore interact: the review of plants against anxiety (Pharmacol Res, 2022) or against painful periods (J Int Med Res, 2020) reminds us of this. Precaution: follow the doses, avoid mixing many plants together, check compatibility with your treatments, pregnancy, or breastfeeding; buy quality plants from a controlled source.
