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Risk factors for premenstrual syndrome include: a history of depression or mood disorders, such as postpartum depression or bipolar disorder a family history of PMS a family history of depression domestic violence substance abuse physical trauma emotional trauma Associated conditions include: dysmenorrhea major depressive disorder seasonal affective disorder generalized anxiety disorder schizophrenia. Symptoms of PMS.
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You may also notice you also have a slightly shorter cycle, perhaps having your period arrive slightly sooner than every 28 days — oh the joys! Going to the loo regularly is a must too as this helps take any excess pressure off of your liver, so tackling constipation if necessary is also a top priority.
To help counter oestrogen dominance I often recommend Agnus castus. Licensed to help relieve the symptoms of PMS, this herb helps to gently support progesterone levels, balancing the ratio between the two key sex hormones nicely. For best effects it should be taken daily and for a minimum of monthly cycles.
Our Milk Thistle Complex often makes a good addition to Agnus castus as the unique combination of bitter herbs it contains helps to gently support your digestion, as well as the functions of your liver. D is for depression. If you suspect you have depression it should be treated under the guidance of your doctor straight away.
For low mood, and especially if your hormones have something to do with it a tell-tale sign is if your symptoms appear at the same time each month , then we may be able to help.
When it comes to low mood and hormones, very often low oestrogen and high progesterone in comparison is at the root of the cause. This hormone imbalance often gives rise to slightly longer menstrual cycles, which means you may notice having your periods less frequently than every 4 weeks.
If you struggle from PMS-D you have permission from me to focus on taking some more time out for you! Focus on relaxing and make a special effort to see friends or do something you enjoy — even around your time of the month. Gently oestrogenic herbs can be the way to go if you suspect you are a PMS-D sufferer.
It helps to gently support your oestrogen levels whilst also supplying a sensible dose of magnesium which most women will benefit from, especially after having come off hormonal contraceptives which risks draining your stores.
A separate dose of magnesium mg can also be taken alongside menopause support. H is for hyper-hydration. Whilst PMS-H may go hand in hand with one of the other sub-types of PMS mentioned above, for some women, water retention and bloating is their main symptom.
Addressing any obvious hormone imbalances is a good place to start whilst also supporting your body with the addition of some relevant diet, lifestyle and supplement picks. Whilst many of us wrongly assume that drinking more water will only add to the dreaded bloat, the opposite is true and drinking plenty will mean you body is less likely to have to desperately cling on to excess liquid.
Aim to drink at least 1. When it comes to diet, watch your salt intake and eat plenty of vegetables which are rich in potassium. Try taking a sachet of Balance Mineral Drink daily to help provide you with some key electrolytes in sufficient, yet sensible quantities. In terms of herbs dandelion, is a good option, to help support water balance. C is for cravings. This is an important one to identify early on if possible, because over time giving into your cravings can create wobbly blood sugar and this can eventually influence your sex hormones even more, creating an unhelpful vicious cycle.
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