Hi...
I am desperate to find a homemade cure or at least a VERY effective homemade relief for my dysmenorrhea (VERY painful cramps, dizziness, and nausea at my first day of period). Got anything?

You know with any natural remedy you must be cautious and not take it for very long. However, I have an old book with many recipes and here's one for problems in that regard.

St. Johnswort and European mistletoe:

Mix in equal parts. Parboil 1 tsp. in 1/2 cup water, then steep covered for 5 minutes. Take warm in mouthful doses.

Good luck.

If you haven't already you need to talk to your OB/GYN.
He/she should be able to tell you what works best for
most women. If you don't want prescription medication
be sure and tell your Dr. - tell him/her you are looking
for a homemade remedy. I had this condition when I was
younger - it always seemed to sneak up on me. My personal
suggestion would be to try to stay aware of the beginning
of the symptoms - take what your Dr recommends and
be good to yourself. Take naps, warm baths and try
to eliminate as much stress as possible. I feel for you -
its like being very sick once a month. I hope you find
something natural that works good for you.

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Change you diet. Worked for me. Avoid anything with soy in it at all cost.

Raspberry leaf tea, I swear by it.
The first day is usually awful for me but since I've been having a cup or two every day by the time Aunt Flo shows up she's less severe all round from cramps to mood and bleeding.

You can buy it loose, in caps or in tea bags. It's yummy.