Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Research has shown that up to 90% of all women
have experienced some of the discomforts of premenstrual
syndrome (PMS). Symptoms include breast tenderness,
bloating or weight gain, food cravings, mood swings,
headaches, irritability, depression and decreased
interest in activities.
Fortunately, there are things you can do to combat
symptoms:
- Eat
a balanced diet.
- Avoid salty or sweet foods, which contribute
to bloating and mood swings.
- Exercise three times a week for at least 30
minutes.
- Quit smoking.
- Reduce or eliminate use of alcohol.
- Cut back on caffeine.
- Eliminate or reduce stress whenever possible.
- Take an over-the-counter PMS medication. Be
sure to follow the directions.
If your symptoms are interfering with your daily
life and home treatment is not effective, see
your doctor.
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