A SWEET REMEDY FOR PERIOD PAIN: HERBAL CHOCOLATE
Mr. Khajekar Nikhil 1*, Mr.Syed Shahrukh 2*, & Dr. Vitthal Kuchake3
1:Student , Ojas College of Pharmacy, Jalna -431203,Maharashtra, Jalna.
2: Guide & Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, Ojas College of
Pharmacy, Jalna – 431203. Maharashtra, India.
3:Principal , Ojas College of Pharmacy, Jalna – 431203, Maharashtra , India.
Corresponding author:-
Khajekar Nikhil Chandrahar,
Syed Shahrukh
Student, Guide, Ojas College of Pharmacy, Jalna – 431203, Maharashtra, India.
Email :- nikhilkhajekar790@gmail.com
Email :- syedshahrukh2298@gmail.com
ABSTRACT:
Menstrual cramps, medically known as dysmenorrhea, affect a significant portion of the female population worldwide, often leading to discomfort and decreased quality of life during menstruation. In recent years, there has been growing interest in natural remedies to alleviate menstrual pain, with particular attention to the potential benefits of herbal ingredients. This abstract introduces a novel formulation of herbal chocolate designed specifically to address period cramps. The blend incorporates almond, pumpkin seeds, citric acid, dark chocolate, and ginger, each chosen for their potential analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Almonds and pumpkin seeds are rich sources of magnesium and essential fatty acids, which have been linked to reducing menstrual pain. Citric acid acts as a natural preservative while providing a tangy flavor profile. Dark chocolate not only serves as a delicious base but also contains flavonoids that may help relax blood vessels and reduce inflammation. Ginger, a well-known traditional remedy for various ailments, possesses anti-inflammatory properties that could offer relief from menstrual cramps. This abstract underscores the potential synergy of these herbal ingredients in providing natural relief for menstrual discomfort while indulging in the pleasurable experience of consuming chocolate. Further research into the efficacy and optimal dosage of this herbal chocolate blend is warranted to establish its role as a complementary approach to managing menstrual cramps
Objective: Menstrual pain is a periodic pain which happens during the days of menses. The menstrual disturbances as a health problem among young girls affect not only reproductive, but also psychical health and quality of life. This study was done with the goal of comparing the effect of Ginger on the menstrual pain. An effort was undertaken to create a chocolate with a chocolate base with the addition of herbal fruits and spices for an easier and faster commencement of the action.
Keywords words: Herbal Chocolate, ginger, alomand, citric acid, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate.
