Hi, my name is aniyah I feeling very bloated. Wanna eat everything I see in sight and I have night hungers what can I do to stop that and it sometimes happens before I get my period and a couple days after I get my period

Okay, so feeling bloated and super hungry right before and after your period is totally normal, it happens to lots of us because of all the hormone changes going on.

Why it happens

Your hormones, like estrogen and progesterone, are literally doing a rollercoaster ride around your period. Before your period, progesterone goes up, and it can make you feel bloated and a little puffy. Plus, your body is getting ready to shed your uterine lining, and that can make you crave comfort foods and sugar for energy. After your period, your body is basically recovering from losing blood, so it might still want extra fuel to build itself back up.

What to do about it

First, don't worry too much about eating more around your period – your body is telling you it needs fuel, and listening to it is good. But if you want to feel a little better and less bloated, try to eat things that are actually filling and good for you. Think about:

• Water: Drink lots of water, like even more than usual! It sounds weird but it actually helps with bloating.
• Fiber: Fruits, veggies, and whole grains can help get things moving and make you feel less backed up.
• Iron: Your body loses iron when you bleed, so eating iron-rich foods like leafy greens, beans, or even some red meat can help with energy after your period hits.

Sometimes just knowing why you feel that way can help a lot, so you don't feel like you're going crazy, which you are not.

The Soso app can help you track these feelings, like when you feel bloated or extra hungry, so you can see if there’s a pattern with your cycle. It’s super helpful to know what to expect.