So I have terrible cramps and heavy flow on my period. A lot of the time I can't even function! I heard from other women that it helps, but I still wanted to do my research. (I research on everything, I can even research on a $5 product to see if it is worth it). I researched the pros and cons and upon my research I came across disturbing facts about birth control. Now that I know that it really affects your body ( and i hate not being in control of my body) I just can't take birth control knowing that): I don't know what other alternatives are. Are there any home remedies? Is anyone else experiencing this? Btw I am 17 if that helps at all lol. This is my first post...