Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

In premenstrual syndrome, women are troubled by a variety of symptoms that start about 7-10 days before menstrual period and ease when the period begins. PMS consists of a wide variety of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms. Physical symptoms include headache, constipation, sleep problems, food carvings, bloating, weight gain, and breast tenderness or lumpiness. Emotional symptoms are depression, low concentration, and absentmindedness. Also, feeling irritable, angry, or anxious for no particular reason. Stress may also contribute to the problem.

Home Remedies

• Eat about 10 cherries daily on an empty stomach for a week before the
     onset of menstruation.

• Take 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel with a pinch of black pepper, thrice a
     day before food.

• Instill 2-3 drops of warm ghee in each nostril which stimulate natural
     hormones and help to regulate balance of the system.

• Place a warm compress of castor oil on lower abdomen if having abdominal
     bloating and cramps.

Do’s

• Eat regularly to keep sugar levels steady which keeps away from becoming
     anxious and irritable.

• Include plenty of fruits and vegetables. Have plenty of carbohydrates.

• Drink 6-8 glasses of water a day.

• Reduce intake of salt; use herbs and spices to flavor food instead.

• Try to reduce stress.

• Do regular exercise. Daily go for a brisk walk for 20-30 minutes.

• Take adequate sleep at night.

Don’ts

• Avoid sugary snacks; if you hungry between meals.

• Avoid caffeinated drinks, and alcohol.

See Doctor                                    

• Still have PMS symptoms after following above advice, or symptoms
     become worse.