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| MAGNESIUM | ||||
| MELON | ||||
| MILK PRODUCTS | ||||
| NUTRITION, HERBS | ||||
| OIL PULLING | ||||
| PROGESTERONE CREAM | ||||
| SOY | ||||
| THE SUPPLEMENT SAM-e | ||||
| TURMERIC | ||||
| VALERIAN ROOT | ||||
| VITAMIN E | ||||
| YOGA, WARM SHOWERS | ||||
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Cure PMS
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MAGNESIUM
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[YEA] 09/06/2008: Patti from Ewing, NJ writes: "A long time ago I read about a natural cure for hormonal mood swings, (PMS symptoms) and I read that if you have the type of PMS where you are cranky it works to take a Calcium/Magnesium supplement but the Magnesium amount has to be more than Calcium. There's a popular supplement available that has twice the magnesum to calcium ratio. It works so well that even my husband makes sure I always have it on hand/I take it ten days before, 3 times a day. As I get older I've started taking Vitex, and for some reason the (awful tasting) liquid works better than the capsules for me, and that has made a huge difference. I will say that I am now looking into supplements as I head into perimenopause, I am feeling very unhappy a lot of days which is very unlike me. In doing a lot more research (from books) I have been reading great things about Black Cohosh and am about to start taking that. No synthetic drugs for me, just natural cures and I would love to hear how other women have handled the depression (mild, but that's enough) and lethargy that I really want to get some help with. Hope I was able to help someone else!"
Replies10/15/2011: Evian123 from London, Uk replies: "I know this response is a few years ago, but was wondering if you have found something that is a definite winner on the perimenopause cure front. Did Black cohosh work well? Thanks in advance :)"
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MELON
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[YEA] 07/12/2007: Elisete from Mangualde, Portugal writes: "Hello, I suffer terrible PMS in the winter when there is no MELON available. BUT in the spring/summer I eat plenty of MELON and it really really works for PMS that usually puts me in bed for an entire week!!"
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MILK PRODUCTS
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[YEA] 11/22/2008: Janis from Renton, Washington writes: "My daughter had suffered from horrible pms.When she was younger I watched her moods after foods that she consumed.When she had pms and consumed a milk product her mood went from irritable or angry to happy.So when you are suffering from pms try consuming a milk product like cheese, milk or ice cream and see if that helps your pms. It worked for my daughter and still does."
Replies[YEA] 11/22/2008: Andrea from Ontario, Canada replies: "Janis you are so right about this. A lack of Calcium in the body can be responsible for over 150 diseases. So many people think it is just for healthy bones and teeth but it is needed for so much more. eg. muscles need it to release their contractions. I know so many women that take calcium supplements or the husbands automatically run for milk products when the cycle approaches!"
11/23/2008: Janis from Renton, Washington replies: "Andrea, thanks for your reply. I was hoping to get the word out in case others didn't know of this. So thanks for confirming."
[YEA] 01/24/2009: Melinda from Tucson, Arizona replies: "Yea-I started taking calcium pills for PMS some time ago, I usually start taking them a week before my period, they cut back on the overall PMS symptoms, as well as the pain from cramps, irritability, etc. when I do actually start. I notice I will sometimes "crave" cheese products and milk during this time as well, and I think it's just my bodies way of trying to get me to take in more calcium. This is the only time of the month I take it so as not to overdue it. The calcium in extra strength tums works like calcium pills too."
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NUTRITION, HERBS
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[YEA] 04/12/2007: Donna from North Carolina, Guilford writes: "I read about Blackstrap Molasses and its ability to remedy female issues, and I was amazed. I have rather large fibroids, extreme bleeding and clots. My doctors have looked at a number of treatments from meds to surgery. I started taking 3 tablespoon of molasses a day about 2 months ago. I was schedule for surgery which had to be re-scheduled 3x due to other issues. But, it's my belief that all the re-scheduling was the universes way of protecting me from an un-needed surgery. I'm not bleeding as heavy, reduced blood clots and shorter cycle. I spoke to my natural pathetic doctor and she has no documented information about these types of benefits of molasses. Can anyone tell me why and how blackstrap molasses seems to reverse and reduce these female issues? This is my third month on the molasses, any suggestions as to how long to take the product? Thank you for your helpful information, this is a wonderful site."
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OIL PULLING
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[YEA] 07/28/2007: A. from G, North Carolina writes: "I've been oil pulling for a little over two months now. Here are some of the things that OP has helped me with:
1. PMS - my cramps are almost completely gone now! I used to live on ibuprofen but I didn't even take it this time.
2. Bloating - non-existant
3. Gas - nearly gone!
4. Extremely tired in the mornings - gone.
Oil pulling is one of the most amazing things. I wish everyone could learn about it!"
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[YEA] 11/06/2006: Shakti from Chicago, IL writes: "Please post this where asthma sufferers can view it, this is important because I had a hard time finding a cure for asthma on your site but thank God I did. I began a regimen of oil pulling shortly after a lingering cold went to my lungs, I just couldn't get rid of the mucus. I prayed for relief. It got even worse after a chemical pesticide was sprayed in my home for pest control. The next day after the extermination I had the worst attack of my life, I couldn't stand it anymore, so after 10 years of not having to put any poison into my lungs I had to once again use an inhaler to control the attacks. After the second night of waking up feeling side effects of nervousness anxiety and panic I decided enough was enough. I went to the computer in the middle of the night and began hours of research to find a natural cure. That's how I found this miracle of a web site. The next day I went out a purchased some sesame oil and took one table spoon 3x a day at the onset of my asthma attack and Immediately after the very first dose the mucus expelled out of my longs, and within 10 minutes what had plagued me for over 10 years was no more. Since then If I have any tightening in my chest or shortness of breath I IMMEDIATELY do the oil pulling and the problem subsides in 10 minutes or less. ~~~Oh I'd be remiss if I did not mention the side effect, I took oil pulling for Bronchial Asthma but as a result I got a dazzling white smile, sinus relief, not to mention it remarkably helped to subside my symptoms PMS all unexpected but welcomed side effects. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! P.S. thanks my husband thanks you too, lol."
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PROGESTERONE CREAM
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[YEA] Amanda from Santa Barbara, CA writes: "I started using bioidentical progesterone cream and within 2 cycles my heavy menstruation, PMS and cramps completely went away."
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SOY
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[YEA] 09/20/2007: Mika from Santa Barbara, California writes: "Although PMS is supposed to happen the week before the period, i only get this way the day before and the first 2 days of my period. When I'm on the rag there is no terror as fierce as mine. I get terrible cramps, my mood changes rapidly, and i feel antsy all the time. The only thing that calms me down is drinking soy milk (hot or cold). It could be the B-vitamins, it could be something in soy, or it could be the protein. Another post on this topic said that women should avoid soy because of its phytoestrogens. For me, anyways, soy works wonders. It could be genetics. I grew up eating alot of soy (tofu, edamame, natto, bean juice, kinako...) and I come from a Japanese heritage. Maybe East Asians are less prone to soy-side effects?"
Replies07/09/2009: Rose from Tampa, Florida replies: "Soy is not for everyone. There are wonderful benefits, however there are also some hidden dangers.....it causes anemia among other things and can also cause hypothyroidism."
07/09/2009: Joyce from Joelton, Tn. replies: "Hello Mika,
Have you ever taken a magnesium supplement to get rid of the PMS symptoms? This mineral is one a lot of people are deficient on and it does a lot of different things in our bodies from blood pressure, heart rates to PMS symptoms decrease!"
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[NAY] 07/08/2007: Joella from Los Angeles writes: "My husband and I started to make smoothies about 2 weeks ago every day, adding soy/green protein powder to the fruit smoothie. Well, this month I had the worst PMS symptoms ever! My breast size increased by one cup size (at least), I was terribly bloated and the bottom left side of my left breast had a constant shooting pain. As the symptoms got worse as my period approached, I realized the soy powder was probably causing the side effects. I continued to have my daily smoothies, but substituted rice protein in place of the soy powder. 2 days later (but 4 days before my period) all the symptoms disappeared. I think women should be very careful with soy as there is clearly a hormonal response. The soy powder I used was Alive by Nature's Way with non GMO soy. If I kept it up, who knows about truly serious side effects like breast cancer? Perhaps organic soy wouldn't have produced the same side effects."
Replies[NAY] 10/17/2010: Jacqueline from Phoenix, Az replies: "I actually think I went through something similar to you. I had used that same powder in the past and my PMS symptoms have just been seeming to get worse each month. After a food intolerance test revealed that I had a severe intolerance to SOY I cut it out and the pain I had under my left breast has gone away and my breasts are not swollen or tender like they usually are this time of month, so I'm hoping that next month some of my emotional symptoms will go away too from eliminating soy."
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THE SUPPLEMENT SAM-e
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[YEA] 06/10/2007: Arica from Athens, GA writes: "A few days before my period, I often find myself getting extremely anxious and paranoid. The same thing happens on day 5 of my period.. Not sure what is happening to my hormones, but I don't like it! I have discovered that a 200 mg of Sam-e will immediately stop the anxiety and paranoia. I still feel quite emotional up until the day I get my period, but it is way reduced with sam-e. Great supplement. I don't take it every day, just when necessary."
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TURMERIC
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[YEA] 09/18/2010: Ee from New York, Ny, United States writes: "Over the summer I started drinking turmeric with ACV, BSM, and cayenne pepper for general health that all three indicated. I noticed that within a month my extreme PMS had completely subsided, so much so that my cycle arrived as a surprise, without me having the nervous breakdown that had usually accompanied my periods for the past decade or so. 4 months later I'm still symptom free and went to the doctor to get a blood test to make sure everything was alright. Turns out my hormones are balanced for the first time in my life! The only change I made to my diet was my daily turmeric tea, which as it turns out, has been used by women in India to balance hormones... The doctor said my levels normalized so much that I should have little to no symptoms of PCOS. I have tried everything - every natural remedy I could think of - but have not had the success of plain ol' turmeric."
Replies09/19/2010: Kathy from Las Vegas, Nv replies: "Just a few questions... Did you take all together, how many times a day and what amounts? Thank you!"
[YEA] 12/19/2010: Ee from New York, Ny replies: "Hi Kathy -
Yes, I had a morning tea of hot water, 1 heaping tsp of turmeric, 1 tbsp on black strap molasses or honey, 2 tsp of Apple Cider Vinegar, and a dash of cayenne pepper. Honey makes it more palatable than BSM, but the BSM has iron, magnesium, and calcium - all which are good for PMS and PCOS. I drank it twice a day, or sipped it throughout the day. I stopped for a few months and noticed that the symptoms returned - depression, PMS, etc, - so I just started back once a day. Hope that's helpful! Really, it's the only thing that normalized my hormones! "
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[YEA] 07/10/2008: Liana from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada writes: "Turmeric reduced my PMS symptoms substantially. I was born and raised in Central Java, Indonesia. In addition to the fact that turmeric has been used in cooking for many centuries, it is one of the common home-made herbal remedies for menstrual cramps.
This is the version that I used effectively on myself while living in Western countries where fresh turmeric root was not available:
1.Boil 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder in 1 to 2 cups of water.
2.Add lemon/lime juice.
3.Add honey (or sugar) to taste.
4. Drink this once a day.
Whenever I remembered to take this about 5 days before my menses, I had absolutely no discomfort whatsoever. And ... as a bonus, my complexion that turned itchy, bumpy and/or pimply before and during menstruation usually stayed smooth.
Now come to think of it, even though I am now post-menopausal, I probably will still benefit from this concoction. Thank you to all of those who write how turmeric root/powder cures other ailments such as colds."
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VALERIAN ROOT
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[YEA] 05/24/2007: Julia from Portland, Oregon writes: "Lately, I have been turning into a WITCH with PMS. I just can´t seem to control myself and my emotions---the frustration and anger. My mom`s been having me take 2 valerian root capsuls every several hours, and it is the only thing that calms me right down. It´s wonderful! I´m also in the middle of experimenting with the iodine as well! Thanks for the tip!"
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VITAMIN E
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[YEA] 01/29/2008: Carolyn from Pittsburgh, PA. writes: "After finding a lump in my breast, rushing to a doctor, I was told that I' needed to find a surgeon, before a scan was even taken. After the scan, I was informed that it was merely a cyst and I could either have it aspirated with a needle, or just leave it, as it would cause no harm. I left it alone, and remembered being told that vitamin E can cause cysts to go away. It worked and when the cyst came back a year later, I went straight to the vitamin E bottle, and next doctor appointment, there was no signs of the cyst.I take it continually now. I am currently taking vitamin E (as d-alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) 1000 IU, but if I recall, I was taking 400 IU when my cyst dissolved."
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[YEA] 11/24/2007: Sandy from In the sticks, Nevada writes: "Vitamin E has totally eliminated the breast pain I would get before my period, as well as the cramping I would get during my period. I take 400 IU once a day. The breast pain disappeared the first month I was taking this and the cramping disappeared the second month."
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YOGA, WARM SHOWERS
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[YEA] 12/28/2007: Aaliyah from Richmond, Virginia writes: "Well, Ladies I tried doin soft exercises(YOGA) and taking warm showers.These helped with some of the cramping for my PMS. Also MOVE AROUND!!!! It really helps. Another way is to take a Ibprophen,or Tylonal before you go to bed and by the morning you will be up and ready to go."
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