Every woman has at least once encountered the unpleasant companions of PMS, such as irritability, swelling, nagging pain and fatigue.
Recently, more and more people are saying that it is possible to live without PMS, and more and more women are sharing their experiences on how to relieve symptoms without pills and hormones.
Health experts talked about simple natural remedies that support the female body at every stage of the cycle.
4 phase cycle
The female cycle is conventionally divided into four phases – menstrual, follicular, ovulatory and luteal. Each of them is accompanied by changes in hormone levels, which affects not only mood, but also well-being, skin and even appetite.
To cope with PMS and feel stable, it is important to help your body in natural ways.
1. Menstrual phase: recovery and support
The body loses blood and microelements, iron levels drop, and the woman feels weakness and cramps.
What helps:
- Ginger tea relieves spasms and inflammation, acts as a natural pain reliever.
- Nettle infusion replenishes iron and reduces blood loss.
- A warm compress with chamomile on the lower abdomen relaxes muscles and reduces pain.
- It is useful to eat buckwheat, liver, pomegranate, prunes and seaweed, which maintain hemoglobin levels.
2. Follicular phase: energy and renewal
The level of estrogen increases, the body prepares for ovulation. Mood and energy increase.
What helps:
- Sage helps normalize hormonal levels and reduces excess estrogen production.
- Mint and lemon balm improve mood and sleep.
- A decoction of oats or flaxseed is a source of phytoestrogens and omega-3.
- It is useful to eat fish, nuts, seeds, and greens, which nourish the skin and improve metabolism.
3. Ovulatory phase: balance and prevention of inflammation
There is a surge of hormones in the body, slight swelling and pulling sensations in the lower abdomen are possible.
What helps:
- Calendula tea acts as an antiseptic and a gentle remedy for balancing microflora.
- Yarrow infusion relieves inflammation and supports reproductive health.
- Mild herbal adaptogens such as Rhodiola rosea or Eleutherococcus (but not in the evening).
- It is useful to eat fresh vegetables, berries and light proteins.
4. Luteal phase: preparing for menstruation and fighting PMS
Progesterone levels increase, mood swings, cravings for sweets, and swelling are possible.
What helps:
- Vitex infusion is one of the most effective folk remedies against PMS. It normalizes hormonal balance, reduces irritability and chest pain.
- Magnesium and B vitamins help relieve stress and stabilize your mood.
- Oregano decoction relaxes and improves sleep.
- It is healthy to eat bananas, avocados, dark chocolate, and buckwheat.
Many women share simple but effective anti-PMS herbal recipe.
- Mix 1 tsp. St. John's wort, mint, nettle and oregano.
- Pour 0.5 liters of boiling water, leave for 30 minutes.
- Drink 100 ml 2-3 times a day a week before your period.
- This collection helps balance hormones, relieve irritability and fatigue, relieve cramps and improve sleep.
There is no need to endure pain, irritation and loss of strength. If you listen to your body and help it with gentle natural remedies, you can feel comfortable all month long.
Important: This information is not a substitute for consulting a doctor. The body's response to changes in diet/training may depend on individual physiology, genetic predisposition and health status. It is recommended to consult a specialist.
