Essential fatty acids may be found

by admin on Jul.28, 2010, under Uncategorized

Essential fatty acids may be found in supplements to assist with PMS and in natural form as flaxseed oil and from oily fish.

Vitamin A (taken as beta carotene) and vitamin E may also have beneficial effects.

Other herbs such as black cohosh, antioxidant nutrients and specific vitamins in some supplements can provide help with the emotional symptoms.

Progesterone creams can assist with regulating hormone levels ? you would apply such creams in the last half of the cycle and they would be best absorbed in areas where the skin is thin such as inside the upper arms and legs, or on the back of the neck, for example.

Lifestyle

? Regular exercise including some specific yoga exercises may reduce many of the symptoms of PMS

? Reduce your intake of alcohol, sugar and caffeine

? Reduce your intake of ?bad? fat (fried foods, margarine in particular)

? Diets should be high in fibre and fresh green leafy vegetables

? Heat packs can be of great benefit to soothe and alleviate cramping

Paul Newland is a health writer, sports training consultant and martial arts instructor and manages the Global-Longevity.com website.
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