Q:
I think I have PMS but
I don't want to take any drugs for it.
Are there some
other things I can do to deal with those few days a month that I can't
stand myself, and no one else can either?
A:
PMS tends to
get worse when we are under extra stress, (ie: decreased sleep, irregular
eating habits, forgetting to exercise), and so first pay attention to
these basic needs.. They really are important, and can be easily
overlooked. Some women find it helpful to increase their B vitamin intake,
by eating more beans, legumes, dark leafy greens, whole grains, or even
taking a supplement. If these measures are not sufficient, even if you
don't want to take medicines, it would be wise to talk with your health
care provider, because other conditions can worsen PMS symptoms.
~The Doc
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