Women's Health

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  • Brad Hodges asked: PMS —the topic of bad jokes or good jokes depending on who is telling and who is receiving, the stuff of comedy skits and cartoons, urban legends and perhaps a defense for murder if the right or wrong lawyer gets a hold of it.The truth? (…)

February 28, 2009

  • Lyla Feldman asked: If you are a part of the female population, you will most likely be able to relate to this article.  For most of us, our period comes once a month with symptoms starting about a week or two before.  They can include water retention, bloating, tender breasts, moodiness, insomnia, abdominal pains, and headaches.  If you are one of the lucky ones, you will only see a few of these or perhaps none at all.  Let’s explore some of the natural ways we can relieve some of those most pleasant situations during that time of the month. PMS was thought to be caused by a biochemical hormonal imbalance, but we now know that it is caused by excess estrogen with a corresponding deficiency of progesterone.  A poor diet has been said to add to these symptoms.  By eliminating all junk food, as well as stimulants (coffee, tea, alcohol, chocolate and refined sugar), you may be able to notice some relief.  A proper diet should include an abundance of healthy animal fats, complex carbohydrates and a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.  Certain foods help relieve common symptoms and they just happen to be very healthy as an added bonus.  A few include: brown rice, wheat germ, broccoli, bananas, tuna, whole wheat, cabbage, chamomile tea, almonds, salmon, egg yolks, lentils, evening primrose oil.  To help depression and violent mood swings, lavender and peppermint are also very useful.  Avoid both liquid and partially hydrated vegetable oils, as they interfere with hormone production.  Consume foods rich in vitamin A, D, E, and B complex, calcium, magnesium, and some fatty acids.  It’s important to use a natural source of vitamin A, such as cod liver oil as artificial alternatives can be harmful.  B6 is a natural diuretic which helps with bloating related to premenstrual syndrome and helps regulate estrogen levels. (…)

February 26, 2009

February 21, 2009

  • Lauren B. Wallace asked:  Many women are familiar with PMS and its numerous symptoms. For most of us this dreadful occurrence comes once a month with symptoms starting a week or two weeks before. (…)

February 8, 2009

  • Lauren B. Wallace asked:  PMS (or Premenstrual Syndrome) affects many women around the globe. The symptoms can be mild or moderate, depending on the person. (…)

February 1, 2009

  • How to get rid of mood swings caused by pms?

    ANB asked: A lot of really happy things have happened this past week, but sadly my hormones are causing me to be sad for no reason because of pms.
    Is there anything at all to help this? (…)

January 29, 2009

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  • pms?

    Marissa asked: before your period, how long ago do u get PMS? like could you get PMS a week before your period? i think i have cramps but i can't be sure because i never get PMS. (…)

January 16, 2009

  • Janet Martin asked: Premenstrual syndrome is something that is familiar to almost all women all across the globe. (…)

January 12, 2009

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January 2, 2009

  • Antonio LeMaire asked: For many women who suffer from PMS, the standard treatments simply don't work. (…)

December 30, 2008

  • Jesse Cannone asked: It's no secret that many women suffer through their monthly periods, experiencing cramps, bloating, and lower back pain, to name just a few. (…)