Traditionally the symptoms of PMS which include a bloating, cramping, muscle soreness and headaches are treated with anti-inflammatory pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or acetaminophen (Tylenol). Over the counter medications such as Pamprin and Midol also include diuretics (i.e pamabrom) for the bloating and pyrilamine maleate which is actually used in most cold and allergy medications to relieve itchy eyes and runny nose. How it helps with PMS symptoms is related mostly to backache, headache, moodiness and lack of energy.
The combination of ingredients in over the counter PMS relievers that contain medications are not without side effects. The more common ones include nausea, heartburn, diarrhea or constipation, dizziness, and even vomiting. A natural cure for PMS is much less likely to have any side effects at all.
To naturally cure PMS, the best defense is to eat right and exercise. PMS occurs mostly in women who are lacking essential nutrients such as B complex vitamins, vitamins A, C, and D and who also have diets deficient in the minerals magnesium and calcium. In addition, eliminating or minimizing junk food from the diet aids in controlling PMS symptoms.
There are helpful herbs that will naturally cure PMS. For bloating and swelling, chamomile and dandelion are excellent natural diuretics. Headaches and other pains can be controlled with fennel and sarsaparilla. Mood swings are best managed naturally with chamomile, lavender and peppermint. Kava Kava is a natural antispasmodic ideal for treating cramps.
A complete PMS treatment plan is available with the electronic guide to treat PMS naturally. You can find out how the food choices you make are responsible for exacerbating symptoms and what you can do to eliminate the discomfort permanently.
