Supplements that supports PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)

 

If you are a menstruating female, then you know what PMS is and you know how painful and comfortable the symptoms of PMS can be. For those of you that don’t know what PMS it is the abbreviation for premenstrual syndrome. PMS are symptoms that a menstruating female experience days before her period begins.

PMS Symptoms:

· Abdominal cramping

· Headache

· Fatigue

· Mood swings

· Cravings

· Breast soreness

If you experience PMS symptoms that affect your daily routine when you are on your period, you may want to consider taking supplements that can reduce these symptoms. Before taking any medication or supplements you should always consult in your doctor first.

· Magnesium:

During menstruation your body produces prostaglandins to help contract the uterus, resulting in abdominal cramping. Taking magnesium daily can help reduce the prostaglandins in a female’s body by relaxing the muscles, helping ease the pain and discomfort associated with abdominal cramping.

· Calcium:

According to webmd women who take 500mg of calcium found they has less fatigue, fewer changes in appetite, and less depression than women with PMS who didn’t take the supplement.

· Chasteberry:

Chasteberry is a fruit that grows near riverbanks in the Mediterranean. Studies have shown that chasteberry can help reduce the PMS symptom of breast soreness and mood swings. Chasteberry increases progesterone which is a hormone that protects the uterus and can improve mood in women.

· Vitamin E:

Vitamin E is a vitamin that is found in some food and can be found in oil and pill form. Vitamin E is an antioxidant which protect the body from free radicals. Vitamin E can also nourish the skin and act as an anti-inflammatory.

Ava: Women Health and Hygiene is a brand that produces feminine hygiene products infused with hemp seed oil. Hemp seed oil is found to have components of vitamin E. When you use an Ava product such as their intimate foaming wash you are protecting your body from free radicals while also nourishing your intimate skin.

In-Conclusion:

PMs symptoms don’t have to affect your daily routine if you find supplements that work for you and your body. Invest in your body to always feel your best. Don’t let PMS symptoms hold you back and keep you from showing up as your highest self. Consult in your doctor before taking any supplements. Remember when you feel best you can do your best and help others feel their best as well.