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 | Are there any alternative therapies for the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)? |
|  Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, is the term used to describe the symptoms that some women experience about seven to ten days before their menstrual periods start. A variety of symptoms have been associated with PMS, including headaches, backaches, weight gain, breast tenderness, water retention, food cravings, acne, and stomach upset. Other symptoms include emotional changes such as irritability, mood swings, anxiety, sadness, or reduced sex drive.Some women have found relief from PMS by using vitamins, minerals, or herbs. Calcium supplements may also help in treating some PMS symptoms. In one study, calcium supplements helped relieve negative mood, water retention, food cravings, and pain in up to 48 percent of women. While there is limited information regarding the effectiveness of calcium for PMS, calcium is important in the prevention of osteoporosis. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recommends a daily intake of 1000mg to 1500 mg of calcium per day.Some medical studies have shown that taking |
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