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Diets high in iron can help ease PMS symptoms, according to a new study. But there’s a catch: It has to be iron from plant-based sources. Score one for leafy greens and sunflower seeds!
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You probably know that using a menstrual cup will save anywhere between 10,000-15,000 pads and tampons from ending up in landfills over the course of a woman’s menstruating life. You might also know that if you switched to a menstrual cup, you could save around $4,000 over the course of your own period and pms-filled years. But let’s be honest: You’re a bit grossed out by the idea of a reusable menstrual product, or you’re freaked out by how to use menstrual cups. So I’m here to motivate you to switch over to a cup, and I’m not going to use any of that data to persuade you. More
Ladies, there’s news. A new study says that chocolate cravings do not increase before menstruation, which apparently means all those years of blaming your Hershey’s kiss habit on PMS must now come to an end. More
If you are plagued by cramping with your menstrual cycle each month, you’re not alone. Millions of women experience menstrual discomfort, making it a common cause of missed school or work hours. For some, dysmenorrhea, also known as painful menstruation, may begin a few days prior to the onset of menstrual flow, while the luckier ones experience it only on the first day or two. The symptoms of mild to severe cramping in the lower abdomen, low back, inner thighs or legs may last from one day to the whole length of the menstrual flow, up to six or seven days. Other symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fainting or headaches may also be associated in severe cases. But what many women may not realize is that their diet and lifestyle can have a huge impact on their monthly symptoms (or lack thereof). More
The idea that all women with PMS want chocolate and ice cream may be a tired stereotype, but many women do report some sort of change in appetite or cravings around the time of their periods. But while it might seem wise to ignore PMS food cravings or hunger—you’re already feeling bloated and gross; why risk packing on pounds, too?—resisting may actually be the worst thing you can do. More
Just yesterday we reported about powerful foods that can ward off those dreaded PMS symptoms, and today we find out that one of the go-t0 foods we crave during that time—chocolate!—can not only satisfy that urge for something sweet and decadent, it can actually help us lose weight, too. More
The week before our period doesn’t always have to turn us into a moody, emotional, unreasonable alter-ego who will do anything for some chocolate. Not to mention the bloating, cramps and fatigue that make us less-than-fun to be around on a Friday night. Thankfully, Joy Bauer recently discussed her top power foods on the Today Show to cure common health ailments, including PMS. More
Forget the fact that, biologically, we have 60 to 80% of the muscle mass of men on average (I don’t like it either, but it’s the truth); according to the New York Times, the biggest difference between males and females when it comes to exercise is the fact that we get our periods. More
Hey, here’s not how to sell milk: Tell women that it will relieve PMS symptoms like being a batshit crazy bitch. Which is exactly the approach of the California Milk Processor Board’s (of Got Milk? fame) new ad campaign: “Everything I Do Is Wrong.” More
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Menstrual pains and PMS often ease up after a woman’s first pregnancy, studies still show that one in every three women suffers from cramps, according to Karin Björkegren’s new book: “Yoga for Women.” And, while exercise might be the last thing you feel like doing when you’re on your period, studies have also proven that physical activity can lessen pain and cramping; it’s worth getting yourself to yoga class. More
Some good nutrition news today, ladies: A new study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition says boosting your intake of Vitamins B1 (thiamine) and B2 (riboflavin) can help lessen the symptoms of PMS. More
Is it really necessary to detox? In a word: Yes. Why? Well, more than 80,000 industrial chemicals have been developed over the last 75 years, including heavy metals, solvents, phthalates, polychlorinated bisphenols, and organophosphates. I find this number mind-blowing. Surely the knowledge of this statistic makes the gentle support of our kidneys, liver, and digestive system – the three main organs that support the removal of these harmful compounds from the body – a very good idea.
Our thyroid gland, the master of our metabolism, is particularly sensitive to these chemicals and others including chlorine, fluoride, mercury, and pesticides. These types of chemicals have also been shown to disrupt communication between the hypothalamus, pituitary, and thyroid – the pathway that closely controls our metabolic rate. In fact, researchers have looked at the effects of synthetic chemicals such as DDT, phenol derivatives, phthlates, polyhalogenated hydrocarbons, amitrole, and thiocarbamates on the thyroid, and have noticed mild thyroid suppression. More
For all our chronic gripes about our monthly flow—pain, mood swings, excessive bloating, pimples—a period missed often signals a serious change in the body. Pregnancy is, of course, the most common cause for a cycle change, but there’s a bevy of reasons why your monthly bill may be a no-show. As you review our list of 12, it’s worth noting that they’re interconnected. In Western medicine, we often forget that the body is one constantly moving machine and that one malfunction can throw the whole thing off. When seeking diagnosis and treatment for irregular menses, it’s best to start with your PCP or gynecologist. After that, he or she may recommend that you visit a specialist such as a reproductive endocrinologist, a neurologist, a nutritionist, or even a psychiatrist or psychologist. You may not be preggers, but here are 12 reasons why you may save on tampons this month: More
Guess God Likes Fatties – Attending weekly church services can lead to you developing obesity. (GOOD)
Eco-Friendly Reason to Eat Ice Cream – Turkey Hill’s Pennsylvania factory now gets 25% of its power from local wind turbines. (Inhabitat)
Lean, Green, and Less Mean – 5 mostly healthy foods that can make you less of a bitch during your period. (Cosmopolitan) More
