Natural Solutions for Premenstrual Tension

Symptoms of PMT

Premenstrual tension, PMT, which is also known as Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), is a common problem. Hormonal fluctuations, chemical changes in the brain, genetic factors and lifestyle can all contribute to the symptoms that you experience.

Symptoms can include fluctuating mood, irritability, anger, crying, and increased worry. There can be digestive problems with bloating and constipation, skin break-outs, sugar cravings, and energy slumps. You may have headaches, period pain and/or breast pain. Thankfully, there are some things that can help reduce the impact of PMT on your daily life.

For example, exercise, a balanced diet, good sleep, reduced stress, and finding effective herbs and supplements can all help. A well-balanced diet that contains fruit, vegetables, especially your green leafy vegetables, nuts and seeds, and whole grains can all help your body function more efficiently. Reduce salt as an excess of it can contribute to fluid retention and discomfort. Limit sugar and processed foods to help avoid mood swings and energy crashes. Reduce or avoid caffeine, alcohol, and fizzy drinks, and make sure to drink plenty of water to keep hydrated. 

Supplements to help with PMT

There are lots of supplements on the market to help with the symptoms that you experience. The top supplements you could consider would include Magnesium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D, and Omega oils. Cleanmarine Period Plan (formerly known as Cleanmarine For Women) may be of benefit when taken all month long to support your period and hormone health. It contains Omega 3, Vitamin D, Vitamins B1, and B2 which contribute to normal skin, and B6, which contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity and helps reduce tiredness, and Vitamin D. Period Plan has been scientifically formulated to support hormonal activity, along with your mind, skin, and energy levels. It’s suitable from ages 15-40. 

You could take a magnesium supplement alongside Period Plan if you feel you need too.  There are lots of options, you can choose from Mag 365 powder, Cleanmarine Magnesium, or BetterYou Magnesium Spray, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to magnesium supplements. Magnesium is one of the most important minerals that our body requires. A lack of magnesium could contribute to tiredness, food cravings, period pain, back pain, sleep problems, or increased worrying. Stress depletes magnesium so it can become a vicious circle. Magnesium is found in foods like green leafy vegetables including cabbage, broccoli, spinach, kale, brussel sprouts, some nuts, seeds, and brown bread. Aim to increase these foods to help increase your magnesium.

For period pain another option to look at is New Era Tissue Salts number 8, Mag Phos. They are used to help relieve discomfort associated with period pain, muscle pain, cramps, and muscle spasm. They are ideal for anyone who has difficulty swallowing tablets and are perfect for young teenagers. They simply dissolve on your tongue and can be taken as required. They can be taken alongside Period Plan if required.

Herbal Aid for PMT

Nature provides us with herbs to help us to deal with our health concerns. The perfect herb to help with PMT is Agnus Castus, also known as Chaste Berry. This is a popular choice, especially for irritability or anger during your period. It is traditionally used to help with skin break outs during the menstrual cycle, in particular, spots around the chin. Agnus Castus is thought to help rebalance hormones resulting in less PMT symptoms. A popular choice is A.Vogel Agnus Castus herbal tincture, you will also find it in capsules if you prefer.

This is just some of the natural solutions to help you during your period. Don’t let PMT hold you back from living your best life, come and talk to us today.