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Because caffeine restricts blood vessels, is that why you should avoid it if you have menstrual cramps? just interested about this
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Go ahead with Coffee: No, caffeine will help you. It used to be one of the main ingredients of midol for treating menstrual cramps.
Answered 2/25/2014
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