Today I like to step away from Coronavirus, and talk about Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). About 85% of women experience some degree of PMS. A week or two before your period starts, you may notice bloating, headaches, mood swings, or other physical and emotional changes. These monthly symptoms are known as premenstrual syndrome or PMS. A few have more severe symptoms that disrupt work or personal relationships, known as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Studies have shown that vitamin B6, especially when combined with calcium or magnesium, can reduce PMS symptoms. Participants reported a marked decrease in symptoms like : Irritability, backache, headache, fatigue, depression, and bloating.
Proper vitamin B6 levels are very important component of good health. Vitamin B6 is a part of more than 100 chemical reactions in your body.
The Vitamin B6 benefits for women are numerous, and at the top of the list is definitely hormone balance.
Vitamin B6 benefits include : Hormone balance, reduce PMS, better sleep, mood support, nausea support in pregnancy, and reduction in inflammation.
The recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamin B6 is :
-Ages 19-50 : 1.3mg ,
- Pregnant and lactating women : 1.9mg
Research has shown that toxicity can develop in some individuals who use very high does of 1000mg or more daily.
Whole foods that contain B6 : Chickpeas, beef liver, salmon, avocado, turkey, banana, and chicken breast. Animal sources of B6 are more bio-available than in some plant foods. Just few ounces of turkey can provide 30-40% of the RDA.
Some of the most common root causes that B6 can't be absorbed in the body are : Hormonal birth control ( depletes nutrients in a woman's body), alcoholism, rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney disease.
Other natural remedies for PMS are : Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin D, Chaste tree berry, and essential fatty acids.
Also: Acupuncture, massage therapy, and aromatherapy are sometimes suggested to reduce symptoms of PMS.
Wishing you all a great sunday, and week ahead. Stay well. Dr. Naghmeh
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