The Anti-PMS Diet
Going through PMS is a big pain in the butt, but it’s something that women can’t do anything about. Healthy females with normal reproductive systems will have to go through the bloating and mood swings pre-menstruation. However, there are ways to lessen the symptoms of the dreaded monthly curse, and some of them involve adjusting your pre-period diet.
- Eat breakfast
Aside from the fact that eating a hearty breakfast can boost your energy levels throughout the day, a nice morning meal can also help your PMS symptoms by controlling your blood sugar levels. Proteins and carbs that you can get from your breakfast of bread, eggs and peanut better will shoo away the onset of mood swings.
- Feast on salmon and walnuts
Salmon and walnuts contain lots of omega-3 fatty acids, nutrients which help in stabilizing hormone levels that tend to go crazy before your monthly period. Enjoy a nice salmon meal or snack on walnuts daily days before your menstruation. If salmon is not in your budget, tuna is a great substitute.
- Take magnesium
Magnesium fights that pesky irritable mood brought on by PMS through its natural, calming effect on the body. You can get your share of magnesium by eating whole grains and beans, or simply by taking magnesium supplements.
