Natural Solutions for PMS
By Stephanie Yong, L.Ac., Dipl.OM
It is normal to have mild breast tenderness, slight bloating or achiness a few days before your period, but what if these become more severe or are accompanied by a myriad of other physically uncomfortable and emotionally disruptive symptoms? This cyclical occurrence of symptoms is referred to as Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). Some examples of PMS symptoms are depression, irritability, anxiety, fatigue, insomnia, diarrhea or constipation, acne, food cravings, headaches, low back pain, and cramps. PMS can have a dramatic effect on your quality of life, force you to make abrupt changes in your schedule and can even undermine your confidence. More...