PMS

PMS or premenstrual syndrome can occur to women of any age. It usually consists of breast tenderness, water retention, mood fluctuations, and generalized discomfort in the two weeks leading up to the menstrual cycle. For PMS we often will use both nutritional supplement and hormonal therapies to achieve balance depending on that unique woman's needs. Often flaxseed oil can be very helpful or IC3 (Indole-3-carbinole) or DIM can be useful as well progesterone which may start decreasing even seven or more years prior to estrogen loss. We typically will cycle the progesterone to use it during those second two weeks of the menstrual cycle to help combat the symptoms that occur at that time. Of course we want to address other body symptoms as well such as the adrenal glands to provide well rounded support for women with PMS. The foundation of good nutrition followed by accurate testing and review of symptoms help guide us in what particular hormones or supplements that may be most effective for you.