Pms Supplements

Question: Pills or supplements to ease pms mood swings? I seem to be having a very hard time dealing with severe mood swings, crying spells and depression the week before my period. I'm looking for a herbal supplement, etc. to help ease the problems of pms. However, since I'm not on birth control (married) and the possibility of getting pregnant is still there, I don't want to take something that could be harmful to the baby. But I'm desperate to ease the symptoms. Thanks for any input.

Answer: Sounds like life style moderation would be more appropriate. Herbs are drugs and need to be treated as such. Unfortunately, here in the states, herbs are not regulated so when using such a product, we really don't know what we're consuming. And since you're not using birth control of any form, you need to be extra careful of what you're putting into your body. Be sure to take folic acid daily as this helps to prevent any neural tube defects because you will get pregnant eventually. You can manage or sometimes reduce the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome by making changes in the way you eat, exercise and approach daily life. Try these approaches: Modify your diet Eat smaller, more frequent meals each day to reduce bloating and the sensation of fullness. Limit salt and salty foods to reduce bloating and fluid retention. Choose foods high in complex carbohydrates, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Choose foods rich in calcium. If you can't tolerate dairy products or aren't getting adequate calcium in your diet, you may need a daily calcium supplement. Take a daily multivitamin supplement. Avoid caffeine and alcohol. Incorporate exercise into your regular routine Engage in at least 30 minutes of brisk walking, cycling, swimming or other aerobic activity most days of the week. Regular daily exercise can help improve your overall health and alleviate symptoms such as fatigue and a depressed mood. Reduce stress Get plenty of sleep. Practice progressive muscle relaxation or deep-breathing exercises to help reduce headaches, anxiety or trouble sleeping (insomnia). Try yoga or massage as ways to relax and relieve stress. Record your symptoms for a few months Keep a record to identify the triggers and timing of your symptoms. This will allow you to intervene with strategies that may help to lessen them. Alternative medicine Here's what's known about the effectiveness of some of the more common complementary products and remedies used to soothe the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome: Calcium. Consuming 1,200 milligrams (mg) of dietary and supplemental calcium daily, such as chewable calcium carbonate (Tums, Rolaids, others), may reduce the physical and psychological symptoms of PMS. Regular, long-term use of calcium carbonate also reduces your risk of osteoporosis. Magnesium. Taking 400 mg of supplemental magnesium daily may help to reduce fluid retention, breast tenderness and bloating in women with premenstrual syndrome. Vitamin B-6. A daily dose of 50 to 100 mg of vitamin B-6 may help some women with troublesome PMS symptoms. Vitamin E. This vitamin, taken in 400 international units daily, may ease PMS symptoms by reducing the production of prostaglandins, hormone-like substances that cause cramps and breast tenderness.

Question: What are the best natural supplements to take to help with PMS symptoms? I do not want websites, I am interested in different oils such as Primrose Oil, Fish Oil, etc. and there effects? Any others supplements?

Answer: The following all natural supplements are very effective. GLA Complex: regains hormonal imbalance by minimizing fluctuations due to nutrient deficiency B Complex: helps regain hormonal imbalance; reduces stress; reduces water retention OsteoMatrix: reduces cramps; reduces insomnia; natural muscle relaxant Hope this is helpful.

Question: Are there any herbs or supplements that help with PMS symptoms? Specifically the moodiness and fatigue?

Answer: Natural PMS Remedy with diet and supplements, vitamins, herbs PMS treatment varies between each woman. Each person with PMS is unique, and sometimes it is nearly impossible to predict who will respond to which nutrient, and in what dosage and timing. But, these natural herbs and supplements are worth a try as you discuss these options with your physician. I will update this natural PMS remedy page as more information becomes available. Reduce simple carbohydrates such as sugar, fructose, donuts, cakes, pies, cookies, etc. These simple steps are part of a natural PMS remedy. Reduce caffeine intake, switch to non-caffeinated herbal teas Exercise frequently, or at least a half hour walk a day. Vitamin D and Calcium -- Among thousands of 27- to 44-year-old women involved in the ongoing Nurses' Health Study II, those who consumed the most vitamin D and calcium -rich foods had the lowest risk of PMS. Calcium reduces cramping and moodiness -- some patients with PMS have difficulty balancing calcium levels. Chaste Berry has been shown to improve mood while reducing anger, headache, and breast fullness. Chasteberry is thought to work through balancing prolactin levels. See vitex for more information regarding the role of vitex agnus and natural PMS treatment. Consider eating more cold water fish or take fish oil capsules, 3 to 5 in the morning before breakfast, or krill oil. Take some B vitamins such as B12, B6 or pyridoxal-5-phosphate, once daily in the morning SAM-e may help some women with PMS. SAM-e is a powerful mood lifter. SAM-e supplement would only be used during a few days a month when PMS symptoms are at their worst. Kava could be used occasionally. Kava would most likely be helpful in women whose PMS symptoms comprise mostly of feelings of stress and anxiety. Kava is the root of a tree from the South Pacific used to induce calmness. Kava would only be used a few days a month. 5-HTP stabilizes serotonin levels and can be used for PMS as needed. Sometimes it works very quickly, within hours. Since 5-HTP is quick acting, it is worth a try to see whether it reduces PMS symptoms. St. john�s wort may improve mood, usually one capsule daily, in the morning, a week or two before periods Magnesium (may help women with PMS who have mostly headache, fluid retention and low mood. Vitamin E may be offer very mild PMS relief but is not as potent as some of the other supplements listed above. Saffron spice may influence serotonin levels and could be beneficial to women with PMS symptoms. Try yoga, it helps with PMS symptoms, particularly with anxiety and mood reduction.

Question: What food and diet supplements help with PMS symptoms? Particularly, I am interested in something natural that will help with hormone imbalance (grouchy mood).

Answer: Try the following: Oil of early evening primrose oil, Omega 3 supplements, and St. John's Wort. Some women also find 5 HTP helpful. Any food with soy in helps. When I have PMS, I go out for Japanese food and eat Misa soup and Edamme. It always makes me feel better. I think it is fine to give into the chocolate craving too, as long it dark chocolate so you receive health benefits. If eating chocolate makes you feel better, go for it!

Question: what are good herbal supplements for PMS?

Answer: wild yam

Question: Is this any safe medication or supplements to ease really bad PMS? I am in the early stages of perimenopause. My doctor prescribed an herbal remedy to help with spotting. The herbal remedy was the best course for me since I don't want any estrogen replacement therapy. I know the risks and don't want to end up with heart disease. I am a healthy 50 something woman. My husband's mother died from heart disease. She had taken large doses of HRT (hormone replacement therapy) back in the 1970's after a hysterectomy. She never displayed any health problem and suddenly died in her sleep at the age of 67. She didn't have hypertension. The heart problem was discovered during the autopsy. My PMS was really, really bad yesterday. I screamed at my husband, cried, threw a fit, got really irritated easy. After almost 40 years I know it the dreaded PMS monster. Is there a safe supplement to ease PMS irritability. All I want to do is threw things, scream, and yell at my husband. This isn't me at all. I'm very easy going, very patient. I worked as a nurse aide on an Alzheimer wing for nearly 6 years before I got married. You have to be very patient in order to care for these dear souls. Any suggestions? Please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer: There are a number of safe, natural remedies for pms. It seems that you just have to try them out and find which one works for you. High strength vitamin b complex tablets help me a lot. There are a lot more listed here - http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/womenshealth/a/PMS.htm This site lists the categories of different kinds of pms according to specific symptoms and suggests appropriate natural remedies for each - http://www.risingwomen.com/Caldecott.htm I hope you find something that helps.

Question: Supplements to take for PMS?

Answer: this is the best webpage i have found for pms http://www.pmscure.com/?gclid=CM-3oav9_ZMCFQOjFQodrnZXVw it answers so many questions. this is the website for the real hormones(not synthetic) that they talk about at the pms website http://www.progest50.com/contact.htm if you cannot afford the hormones a great thing to do is go to go to http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/PMS.html the remedy i have taken isI take 2TBS Apple Cider Vinegar with 1/8 tsp baking soda mixed with apple juice and chug it every morning *It sound nasty bit it is not so bad .it helps my flow and my pms i tried the molassis but the taste made me gag.ACV balances the ph in the body, that is how ot works and it is really cheap . I also take magnezium, fish oil and iodine. hope this helps .

Question: What vitamin supplements should be taken together? I have been taking individual vitamin supplement pills for the past 6 months in the hope of improving my skin, hair, nails and minimize my terrible PMS. But I have not seen any difference. I can only conclude that they are not getting absorbed due to interactions. I want to keep taking them individually but would like to know which ones I should take together

Answer: How about every supplement the body needs, in liquid form for easy absorbtion? www.mymonavie.com/jolly

Question: How to get rid of stiff shoulderes caused by PMS? I have stone-like shoulderes and neck & serious exhausion because of PMS. It starts 1 week before my period starts and keep feeling exhausted until 1 week later my period ends. I don't have serious depression nor temp but phisically severe exhausion as if somebody opened my back and took a battery. I need to get some medications or supplements asap that would work for it since it's hard to get an understanding from my boss. I eat healthy and do excercise so guess it's time to have a help from medication.If you know any good one,please tell me. Thank you ;-)

Answer: Wow, if you eat healthy and exercise and are still miserable 1/2 of your life, that's pretty bad. I'm sorry to hear that. Have you tried water? I mean like swimming, or even soaking in a tub of warm water? The first thing that comes to mind is walk, walk, walk. Not just during your period, but regularly. The next thing is no tobacco, no caffiene--honestly, now, can you say you use no caffiene?--that stuff can really cause PMS problems. Remember, coffee's not the only thing that has caffiene in it. Chocolate, colas and some other pop, tea and several other things have caffiene in them. Even some PMS medications do. You have to check. Also, probably leave off alcohol at least during that period of time, and then only use it in moderation. Another thing you might want to do is have an allergy test. It may be something as simple as milk or cheese. A lot of people have sensitivities to those. I follow those guidelines (plus I don't drink alcohol at all) and very seldom have had any trouble at all. (I know I'm not you, so we each have to try and find what will work for us). Anyway, good luck!

Question: What is a natural or homeopathic treatment for PMS? I've recently been experiencing awful PMS...I never have before. I don't want to take any prescribed medication. Is there an herbal, or dietary supplement that will alleviate these horrible symptoms. I'm 42, and I don't think I'm pre-menepausal yet.

Answer: Its hormonal changes, I am your age, with 5 children, my symptoms came a lot earlier, 34, with so many changes, even my personality. Constantly mad on something, getting upset for no reason, crying, fearing of things, heavy periods,and so on. I was on birth control pills for 4 years, nothing helped,just 25 pounds heavier. I consult a naturist doctor, that treat her patients with natural hormones only, and I started with progesterone cream, and vitamin B6 100mg. Waw, what a difference, my family were the first one to notice. http://www.all-natural.com/wildyam.html Its worth to try. Good luck!!!!!

Question: Can these supplements be causing my period to be late? I take Lydia Pinkham 3 times a day. Vitex, Maca, and Bee Pollen once a day. I am not having my usual PMS symptoms, sore boobs and moodiness. Can taking all this cause my cycle to be delayed?

Answer: I would defiantely check with your doctor, but I would say they probably aren't helping. Stress can also cause a delay in your cycle

Question: What is a good herbal supplement to take for PMS? I'm 27 and breastfeeding

Answer: ah - breastfeeding kinda limits your options. you might try fish oil supplements or some other kind of omega 3 supplement - it will thicken up your milk nicely and help even out moodswings. also it really depends on what aspect of PMS that's really troubling you - cramps, bloating, mood swings, etc.

Question: Anybody had some luck with trying calcium supplements to regulate hormone responses? I have a very strong response to my menstrual cycle (and to changing hormones in general). I can't be on birth control pills because they caused me to be a little crazy. Now that I'm off them, I get sick around ovulation and I get horrible PMS. The physician's assistant I see at the women's clinic at my university recommended 600 mg of calcium a day. Anybody had any luck with that?

Answer: i haven't heard of taking calcium to regulate a cycle.. but i'm taking Vitex, its known for regulating periods and easing PMS symptoms. you can get it at a health food store or vitamin store.

Question: i have sugar cravings cause of pms and that makes me put on weight when i want to lose weight any tips on what supplements i can take to get rid of those cravings? i put on 5kgs i aint happy help?

Answer: i get a lot of cravings too. i eat fruit whenever i get a craving for something sweet. low fat yogurt when i crave ice cream. sugar free fudgcicles when i crave chocolate.

Question: Agnus Castus or Dong Quai for PMS? I have pretty severe PMS (anxiety, appetite change, fatigue, horrible cramps). I read about Agnus Castus (aka Chasteberry) and it sounds pretty promising. I heard a lot about Dong Quai too. Anyone personally use one of these herbs/supplements or any other ones that may help with PMS? Please give me details of your experience and where's a good site to buy them.

Answer: Agnus Castus, or vitex, is a great herb for balancing hormones and is gentle enough for most people to tolerate. Dang Gui can be a bit strong used as a single herb for some people. It is great for moving blood in the lower jiao and for building blood, but is usually used in combination with other herbs in Chinese medicine. There can be many underlying conditions that lead to PMS or PMDD that these two herbs do not adequately address such as Liver Qi Stagnation.

Question: i've read that u have three servings of dairy daliy that it will help with pms will a calcium supplement work? i take a calcium supplement with vitamin d once a day would this be enough or should drink milk and eat yogurt

Answer: Dairy is NOT good for you, especially not long-term. Those "got milk" ads? Entirely unsubstantiated. The dairy companies actual funded a study once to try to acquire evidence for their claims. When the results were the opposite of what they were hoping to see, they cut the funding and never said a word about it. The countries with the highest dairy consumption also tend to have the highest rates of osteoporosis; the acidity caused by the animal fats/proteins actually leeches calcium from your bones. Go with the calcium supplement. Better for you, easier to consume, better for the planet (you would be confounded by how detrimental animal farming, dairy and otherwise, is to the environment [and not just pertaining to greenhouse gasses; we're talking soil erosion, water/air pollution, and rainforest destruction, at minimum]), and it puts less strain on the cows.