Nutrients to Manage Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a combination of symptoms that many women get about a week or two before their period.
Most women, say they get some premenstrual symptoms, such as bloating, irritability, headaches, depression and moodiness.
Researchers do not know exactly what causes PMS. Changes in hormone levels during the menstrual cycle may play a role. PMS symptoms go away within a few days after a woman’s period starts as hormone levels begin rising again. PMS goes away when you no longer get a period, such as after menopause.

Lifestyle changes

Regular Exercise: Focus more on Aerobic exercises like jogging, cycling, brisk walking, swimming, playing some sports and games.
Eat a whole foods and healthy foods majority of the times. Include protein and unrefined healthy fats in each meal.
Avoid sugar, processed foods, fried foods, junk foods, sugary foods and drinks, alcohol and smoking.
Get rest and have an undisturbed sleep. Target 7 to 8 hours.

Vitamin B6 (works better combined with calcium)
Calcium – Helps with reducing menstrual cramping, Elevates mood, Helps with Estrogen balance
Magnesium – Responsible for 300 enzymatic reactions in body, relaxes muscles and nervous system, aids restful sleep, reduces cramps, It is involved in the enzymes involved in the neurotransmitters like serotonin
Iodine – Balance and Reduce Excessive Estrogen

These nutrients when take in optimal dosage along with a healthy diet could control PMS in majority of women.

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