Menstrual health is a direct reflection of a woman’s overall well-being, and Ayurveda offers a compassionate, whole-body approach to understanding and healing the menstrual cycle. This article explores how imbalances in Vata, Pitta, and Kapha can manifest as PMS, painful periods, irregular cycles, or emotional disturbances. By working with the body’s natural rhythms through dosha-specific foods, herbs, and lifestyle practices, women can move toward more easeful, predictable, and balanced cycles. You’ll also learn about the Ayurvedic perspective on reproductive tissues (artava dhatu), the importance of rest during menstruation, and supportive therapies like abhyanga, yoga, and ritucharya (seasonal living) for long-term hormonal harmony