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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

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PMS encompasses a range of physical and emotional symptoms that occur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle (1-2 weeks before menstruation) and resolve with the onset of the period. It affects up to 75% of menstruating people to some degree. Severe PMS affecting daily function is called PMDD.

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Vitex (Chaste Tree Berry)

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Vitex agnus-castus (chaste tree berry) is one of the most studied herbal remedies for PMS with evidence for reducing emotional and physical symptoms.

⏱ 2-3 menstrual cycles·💪 Low effort

Vitamin B6

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Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) supplementation for PMS particularly mood-related symptoms including depression and irritability.

⏱ 1-2 cycles·💪 Low effort

Evening Primrose Oil

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Evening primrose oil for breast tenderness (mastalgia) associated with PMS.

⏱ 2-3 cycles·💪 Low effort

Calcium Supplementation

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Calcium supplementation (1000-1200mg daily) to reduce PMS symptoms including mood changes, bloating and cramps.

⏱ 2-3 cycles·💪 Low effort

Reducing Sugar and Refined Carbohydrates

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Reducing sugar and refined carbohydrate intake particularly in the premenstrual phase to stabilise mood and reduce cravings.

⏱ Weeks to months·💪 Medium effort

Stress Management and Sleep

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Managing stress and prioritising sleep quality which are significantly worsened by and worsen PMS.

⏱ Weeks to months·💪 Medium effort

Regular Exercise

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Regular aerobic exercise throughout the month to reduce PMS mood symptoms and physical discomfort.

⏱ Months of regular training·💪 Medium effort

Reducing Caffeine and Alcohol

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Reducing caffeine and alcohol particularly premenstrually to improve mood, sleep and breast tenderness.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Medium effort

Magnesium Supplementation

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Magnesium for reducing PMS symptoms including mood changes, bloating and fluid retention.

⏱ 1-2 cycles·💪 Low effort

SSRIs for PMDD

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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are first-line treatment for severe PMS (PMDD) taken either continuously or luteal phase only.

⏱ Days (luteal phase dosing) to weeks (continuous dosing)·💪 Low effort

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