Out of nowhere, a wave of heat hits your face and your armpits become damp: the annoying phenomenon of Hot flashes is noticeable. Especially now, with the already high summer temperatures, you can certainly do without it. Although hot flashes are known to many, there is often still a certain amount of confusion about the topic. This is mainly due to the inhibited communication about hot flashes. After all, many people find it uncomfortable to talk about sweating. We would like to show you that this is a completely normal symptom by informing you about the trigger of hot flashes and give you Tips give you advice on how to deal with it.

Above all menstruating people will have come into contact with hot flushes. Hot flushes are often associated with the menopause , the Menopause or the pregnancy What many people do not know, however, is that they can also occur in other contexts and there can be various reasons for the occurrence of hot flashes. For example, they can also be caused by Lifestyle arise, so that especially people with Stress or overweight can suffer from hot flashes. But they can also be noticeable in younger people, often in connection with the period . So you can see that hot flashes are not just a part of the lives of people who are going through the menopause. That's why we would like to explain to you what hot flashes before and during menstruation are all about. 

Maybe people around you have already told you that they suffer from various symptoms, especially before their period: mood swings, swollen breasts, hot flashes, etc. This is the so-called premenstrual syndrome (PMS) . In addition to the symptoms mentioned above, there is a whole range of symptoms that can occur before your period. It would not be unusual if some of the symptoms sound familiar to you and you are affected by them yourself. After all, PMS occurs in 20-50 percent of all menstruating women So you are definitely not alone! If you are wondering why you feel like you are increased sweating and hot flashes , then this may well be related to your upcoming period.

But why does your body go crazy before your period? Your Hormones Before your period, the hormone estrogen drops and your body tries to regulate the situation with hot flashes.The result of this is sweating, and sweat is supposed to cool the body down. It can happen that you get real outbreaks of sweat from time to time. The sudden outbreaks of sweat are caused by your hormones suddenly Fluctuations subject to.

But even apart from premenstrual syndrome, Hot flashes at thedays sordnung. Namely, if you already have your period . Again, your hormones are the culprits, as during this period the Estrogen production in the body fluctuates . Armpit sweat is often a sign of the hormonal changes in your body that occur during your period. It is therefore not uncommon for you to be affected by it during your period. 

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With a few simple Tips you can try to reduce the hot flashes a little. After all, outbreaks of sweating can really restrict the lives of those affected. The following tips are also suitable for people who are going through the menopause. 

The first tip we have for you is Alternating showers . When you use contrast showers, you alternate between using cold and warm water. You start with warm water and end with cold water again. This not only wakes you up in the morning, but can also help with your hot flashes. 

Another practical tip is that you should dress according to the so-called “onion principle”. Different layers of breathable fabrics  (e.g. cotton, linen) allow you to take your clothes off or put them back on as you wish - depending on how you perceive the temperature at the time. 

If you are under Night sweats it may be helpful to consult a thin blanket to cover yourself up. Especially in summer, the heavy blankets that kept you so warm in the winter are often just too warm. 

Also  sport  can help you with your hot flashes. If you get your body used to the exertion of exercise, it will be easier for it to adapt to the Adjust to hormonal changes So how about a long walk or a jog in the fresh air?
 

One  balanced Nutrition  can also counteract your hot flashes. You should avoid alcohol, caffeine, nicotine and spicy food, as these things can only increase the flow of sweat. There are also natural, herbal remedies that can work wonders.  Monk’s pepper, sage and lavender  can help positively reduce your hot flashes.
 

In your Everyday You should also make sure that you have enough relaxation and little stress Try yoga, autogenic training or progressive muscle relaxation. 

Hot flashes can not only be a PMS symptom or occur during your period, but also during a pregnancy . Pregnancy is particularly in the first and second third characterized by hot flashes, but these can also recur in the Breastfeeding The reason for this is that the metabolism is working at full speed during this time, the blood vessels are expanded and the blood flow is accelerated. This means that you can see that hot flashes can occur during your period, but also during pregnancy.

You have probably noticed that people who are in the Menopause suffer from hot flashes. The symptoms of menopause and thus also the hot flashes can occur before the bleeding becomes irregular. During the menopause, the hot flashes can then intensify even further. Did you know that about 85 percent of all menopausal women experience hot flashes ? If your period has stopped, you have hot flashes and you are at least 50 years old, then it is quite possible that you have found the trigger for your hot flashes: the menopause.