Why are most women gassy on their periods? ?

Question

most women like me are always most gassy around their periods. why in the word is that? is it normal? i told my doctor that i have more bowel movements while i'm on my periods, and she she'd yes i know, and she never wants to explain why is that... does anyone know why???

Answer 1

It's not the same for me, though. I crave salty foods and hold A LOT of water.. but that's about it.

But it is hormones. Our bodies are shifting to deal with this big annoyance.

Answer 2

I'll just give you the answer to everything: hormones, hormones, hormones.

But really, you are having cramps in your abdominal region which in turn are having an affect on your bowls. Yuck. I know what you mean about the increase in bowl movements, not happy.