Nutraceutical supplements are derived from food sources that have additional benefits to boost your health. What is now apparent is that nutritional therapy plays a vital role in the management of PMS.

In the past saw women running to the GP and being told ‘it’s part of life’. While this may be true, supplementation can vastly improve the way PMS affects your life. All supplementation should be prescribed and monitored by your doctor.

Here are the 10 Nutraceutical supplements we recommend:

1. ‘Natural’ progesterones derived from yams are considered safer alternatives, due to it’s reduction of PMS symptoms.

2. Calcium and vitamin D3, when used in combination, reduce PMS-related symptoms in over 48% of cases.

3. Magnesium: A magnesium deficiency may be a possible cause of premenstrual symptoms, consequently the supplementation with magnesium will alleviate the symptoms.

4. Zinc: Women suffering from PMS have found to have lower than normal levels of Zinc during the luteal phase. Zinc supplementation is helpful to normalize levels.

5. Vitamin B6 is useful for those suffering from mood related premenstrual symptoms.

6. Ginkgo biloba: This supplement has shown great results in reducing anxiety, headaches and fluid retention symptoms associated with PMS.

7. Vitamin E: This is a powerful antioxidant and free radical scavenger, furthermore it also yields significant improvement in physical symptoms of PMS.

8. Theanine: This is a unique amino acid found in tea, and can lessen the effects of PMS. It is found in high quantities in green tea and may increase dopamine levels in the brain. As a result, it causes relaxation without drowsiness, thus relieving anxiety and stress.

9. St John’s Wort is another natural antidepressant which has shown promise in managing more mood related symptoms of PMS.

10. Omega 3 fatty acids: These fatty acids found in fish products helps to increase the number of anti-inflammatory prostaglandins while suppressing the pro-inflammatory one. As a result it and helps with alleviating cramping associated with PMS.

Therefore in conclusion nutraceutical supplements provide natural alternatives for managing PMS. Book an appointment with your Health Care Doctor and get the best recommendations. Treat your bodies symptoms and use nutraceutical supplements to support the body.