PRE-MENSTRUAL SYNDROME

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PRE-MENSTRUAL SYNDROME
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WHAT IS PMS

• It is a disorder characterized by a set of
  hormonal changes that trigger disruptive symptoms
  in women two weeks prior to menstruation.

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What causes PMS

• Too little progesterone in comparison to the
  level of estrogen is the cause of PMS. This
  imbalance is from poor ovulation or no ovulation
  or stress causing the first two conditions. Need
  to supplement the progesterone level, relieve
  stress, develop a healthier life style and eating
  pattern.

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TYPES OF PMS

• PMS-A Anxiety, nervous tension, irritability,
  and mood swings.
• PMS-H Hyper hydration, water retention,
  abdominal bloating, breast tenderness,weight
  gain, swelling of hands and feet.

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Types continued

• PMS-C Cravings, for sweets, salty foods,
  increased appetite, headaches, fainting
• PMS-D Depression, confusion, fatigue, crying,
  forgetfulness and insomnia.

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PMS REPORTED BY WOMEN WHO

• Have had children
• Had pregnancy complications
• Report minor pain and cramping with periods
• Eat a high sugar and salt diet
• Dont exercise regularly

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CONTINUED

• High stress
• After taking birth control or HRT ( Hormone
  Replacement Therapy)

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DIET MAKES A DIFFERENCE

• ELIMINATE Sugar, caffeine, artificial sweetners,
  cigarettes and alcohol.
• EMPHASIZE Whole grains, dried beans, nuts,
  fresh veggies and fruit.

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DIET CONTINUED

• AVOID Salty and smoked foods, dairy products. If
  bloating is a problem, limit fruit and eliminate
  fruit juices.

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Treatment

• 1. Eat small frequent meals 6x a day to avoid low
  blood sugar levels.
• 2. Increase intake of fresh fruit and veggies.
• 3. Decrease intake of fat, sugar, salt, caffeine
  and red meat.
• 4. Exercise at least 20 minutes 3x/wk.

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Continued

• 5. Take PMS vitamins every day
• 6. Try to relieve stress in your life.
• 7. Stop Smoking!!!!