Many women suffer from PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome). During this time, they can experience excessive bloating, abdominal pain, mood changes, tension and weakness. Recent study shows that approximately 85 percent of women experience one or more of these physical and emotional symptoms between the time they ovulate and the first days of their menstrual period. 85 percent is quite a large number of women. So are there are forms of relief or aid against PMS?
One way to relieve the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome is by taking certain supplements. For instance, taking daily calcium (1200 mg) has been shown to reduce the severity of PMS symptoms in many women. Taking vitamin B6, although it is not a proven fact, has been linked to an improvement in premenstrual depression as well as certain physical symptoms. Another way to help prevent these monthly aches and pains is by reducing your caffeine, refined sugar and sodium intake. All of these products have been lined to several emotional and physical premenstrual symptoms. Some of the side effects that these products encourage include tension, anxiety, insomnia, and bloating. So if at all possible, try avoiding these foods prior to and during your monthly cycle.
Another way to lessen the effects of PMS is with regular exercise. Many women have reported that regular exercise has helped them relive a lot of tension, pain, and mood related premenstrual symptoms. So try to commit yourself to one hour of regular exercise at least five times a week. If this is something that can truly help you feel better during that time of the month then why not give it a try. Also, try to keep a menstrual diary in order to keep track of any improvements that you experience while using these and other treatment options. This way you will know what works best for you and your specific premenstrual symptoms.
Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition.
Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies, colon cleansing and
weight loss products.
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