Munch away the ouch: what foods to eat and avoid for period cramps

Painful periods are common. More than half of people who menstruate have some pain for up to three days a month, typically throbbing or cramping in the lower abdomen. We're learning more about food's role in influencing inflammation in our body. So, could eating or avoiding certain foods help with painful periods? Here's what we know based on high-quality research.