PMS: What helps on the days before the period?

The amount of hormones in a woman's cycle fluctuates. These ups and downs can affect physical and mental well-being - two thirds of women of childbearing age are affected. They suffer from PMS, or premenstrual syndrome. Fatigue, irritability, low mood and hypersensitivity are some of the symptoms. But can you do something about it? We answer the question: PMS - What helps?

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via Anna-Lisa
11/07/2016, 09:20
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What helps on the days before the days?

At the first signs of PMS: Always keep moving

Before your period, oestrogen levels drop - in many cases this throws the body out of balance. Exercise can help to regulate hormones better. Exercise also lifts your mood and makes you feel good about your body. Endurance sports such as cycling, swimming or jogging are a good way to combat the first signs of PMS.

PMS, what helps? The right nutrients alleviate the symptoms

PMS patients often have too much oestrogen. Studies have shown that vitamin B6 can balance oestrogen levels. It is found in avocados and pulses. Magnesium relieves breast tenderness and water retention - it is found in oatmeal and chocolate, for example.

A medicinal herb has also been grown to combat this

To alleviate the signs of PMS, experts recommend the typical "women's herbs": St. John's wort and lemon balm chase away bad moods, lady's mantle regulates the menstrual cycle. Monk's pepper is effective against water retention. It can also be used to treat PMS-related back pain and headaches.

A soothing massage helps with PMS pain

According to traditional Chinese medicine, there are many energy points around the navel. Simply massage them clockwise with the flat of your hand for one minute a few times a day. Also good: gently massage the auricles, as this is where the acupressure points are located to relieve pain.

Aroma wraps soothe a cramped stomach

For severe PMS pain in the stomach, moisten a clean cloth with warm water and wring it out. Then put three drops of lemon balm or lavender oil on it, place it on your stomach, listen to some nice music and relax. The ingredients in the oil soothe and relieve the abdominal cramps that often occur before your period.

Relaxation exercises help you to relax

Any form of yoga, autogenic training or Jacobson's progressive muscle relaxation is good for PMS. However, every woman has to find out for herself what really helps. However, PMS pain cannot be prevented.