PMS or premenstrual syndrome refers to the symptoms which show up before the period. They include tension, depressed mood, anxiety, crying spells, mood swings, irritability or anger, appetite changes and food cravings etcetera. These symptoms can sometimes affect day to day activities.sni
Here are some effective home remedies to deal with PMS:sni
Twenty to thirty minutes of relaxing exercise or walk can help reduce stress and uplift mood. It also releases natural chemicals that can support and act as muscle relaxant.sni
Avoid eating salty foods a week before the start of your menstrual cycle.sni
Barley, oats and other fiber rich diet and fresh vegetables should be taken during the premenstrual duration.sni
For a calm and steady mood eat less amount of sugar and instead eat fruits.sni
Increase water intake as it releases water and salt retention.sni
Minerals help in mood swings and muscular activity. Milk, egg, apricots, peaches, cucumbers, grapes, beans, pineapples, bananas, plums, almonds etcetera are excellent sources of magnesium and calcium.sni
Vitamin B6 helps reduce irritability. Soak seven almonds and one teaspoon of raisins or three figs in warm water and keep overnight. Have it with milk in the morning. Fish, poultry, meat, bananas, spinach, tomatoes, sunflower seeds, pineapple, strawberries, watermelon etcetera are also rich sources of vitamin B6. It helps reduce mood swings, fatigue, irritability and other symptoms.sni
Evening primrose oil can help relieve breast tenderness during this time.sni
Chaste berry (sanbhalo) relieves symptoms by maintaining the hormonal balance.sni
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