India, Oct. 21 -- Bloating usually accompanies cramps during periods. The stomach may feel unusually full, stretched and uncomfortable. One might assume the cramps are entirely responsible for this discomfort, but the gut plays a very important role here.

The gut is closely linked with other organs and functions, whether through gut-brain or gut-immune axes, or other pathways. Most of the major functions in the body can be traced back to the gut functions, spotlighting gut health to be one of the pivotal priorities for maintaining good health.

Likewise, gut health also determines hormonal regulation during menstruation. To further understand this connection, Gargi Sareen, Head Nutritionist at SOVA Health, explained this pathway to HT Li...