Sept. 10, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Electronic Acupuncture Can Help Women Suffering From Premenstrual Syndrome Or Tension
By N. Strickland

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Nine out of ten menstruating women feel the effects of an approaching period some or every month(s). Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS) or pre-menstrual tension (PMT) can present itself in a variety of ways from painful cramping to headaches to mood swings. Symptoms range from mildly irritating to excruciating and traditional treatments such as prescription medications may not always help (or may not be your preference). If you suffer from PMS / PMT, you may want to consider adding electronic acupuncture to your routine for relief.
Electronic Acupuncture and Its Treatment Options
The ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture has long been used for the treatment of pain and other health problems. According to its principles, your body is made up of energy pathways running throughout your body, linked through the connective tissues. When you experience cramping, headaches and other symptoms of PMS, different pathways become blocked, preventing your life's healing energy from coursing through to these areas. Acupuncture uses tiny needles inserted into specific areas called acupoints to unblock these pathways.
Acupuncture is now a recognised and respected treatment option and many insurance companies offer to pay for this type of treatment nowadays. However, what if you are not a fan of needles or cannot afford repeated trips to an acupuncturist? You can invest in an FDA approved handheld electronic acupuncture device which uses the same healing principles, only without the needles.
An electronic acupuncture device can be used in the comfort of your own home, according to your own treatment schedule. The device uses a wand to deliver electromagnetic impulses to specific acupoints in the hand, wrist and palm that correspond to particular areas of your body. For instance, if your PMT is causing cramping and bloating, you would touch the wand to the area corresponding to the uterus and ovaries to unblock the energy pathways causing pain. The same principle applies for headaches and mood swings caused by hormones.
A handy acupoint hand map often accompanies electronic acupuncture devices so there needn't be guesswork involved in self-treating your PMS or PMT symptoms. Being able to self-treat can help you reduce your dependency on prescription medications, especially if these medications have the capability of causing side effects. When your life must be altered to take into account the pain and suffering of PMS, an investment in an electronic acupuncture device may be the answer to gaining that week of your life back each month.
Of course, talk with your doctor about your PMS or PMT symptoms first. Some may require medical intervention. The good news is that your electronic acupuncture device will not only help with your pre-menstrual syndrome but a variety of other health woes (and overall wellness) as well.
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Sept. 02, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) - What Causes Hyper-Hydration?
By Kyle J Norton

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As we mentioned in previous article, Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. The occurrence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) have more than doubled over the past 50 years due to the acceptance of it as a medical condition that is caused by unhealthy diet with high in saturated food. Premenstrual syndrome is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the women's menstrual cycle, it effects a women's physical and emotional state, and sometimes interferes with daily activities as a result of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss what causes PMS hyperhydration.
1. Lymphatic malfunction Lymphatic system is important for returning excess interstitial fluid to the blood. Some women with PMS with water retention symptom, it may be caused by lymphatic malfunction leading to over returning of interstitial fluid surrounds the tissue cells resulting in water retention in the body tissues.
2. Over production of prolactin Prolactin is vital for milk production for feeding mother, over production of prolactin by pituitary gland during menstrual cycle as resulting of hormone imbalance causing breast tenderness for some women with PMS.
3. Digestive system For what ever reason, women with PMS are found to have digestive disorder. It may be caused by lacking stomach acid in the digestive system resulting in reducing the absorption of certain nutrient which are necessary to maintain right levels of fluid in the body tissues.
4. Potassium deficiency Potassium is vital for sodium regulation. Without enough levels of potassium, it causes high levels of sodium accumulated in the body resulting in increasing the risk of fluids retention.
5. Serotonin Serotonin besides plays an important role in neurotransmitter, it also helps to calm the nervous tension with right levels, but over production of serotonin causes nervous tension and water retention.
6. Prostaglandins hormone Beside helps to regulate the uterus muscle, over production of prostaglandins hormones increase the risk of pre menstrual cramps and water retention.
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August 25, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Pre-Menstrual Syndrome - Breaking the Taboo
By Juliet Platt

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Millions of women experience a time towards the end of their cycle when they feel low, angry, anti-social and unable to cope with daily tasks. Many women also experience physical pain and discomfort at this time.
The symptoms and causes of problems associated with hormonal change and pre-menstrual syndrome are attributed to a vast array of triggers - from imbalances in estrogen and progesterone, animal growth hormones, food intolerances, poor diet, little exercise or too much alcohol and caffeine - and there are now reams of therapeutic advice available recommending this or that remedy and lifestyle change.
Of course, that the condition of PMS is being taken seriously is a positive step. Western society - women and men included - has spent too long believing that PMS symptoms are a liability, or are psychosomatic, and need to be dismissed entirely from the imagination in order to achieve a smooth and homogenous daily experience.
However, with so many remedies, lifestyle changes and health approaches being recommended, we are in danger of seeing the taboo of PMS swinging the other way. Instead of being something about which society is in denial, it is now being treated as an unacceptable feature of life, against which positive steps must be taken for eradication.
This "find it and fix it" mentality is a very male one, espoused as much by men as by women in modern society, though it is no surprise that many purveyors of health supplements and dietary advice are men. So what if, in order to truly break the taboo around PMS, we choose to respond to our feminine symptoms as opposed to resisting and reacting to them?
The menstrual cycle is nature's way of preparing our bodies to create new life. As women we are blessed with the creative ability to conceive and nurture life from its very beginning. What if we learned to accept and embrace our monthly experience by tuning into our body, hearing its message, and responding in a way that respects what it is telling us?
Historically the western world has marched to the beat of a masculine drum. Male hormonal cycles are much shorter, usually taking 24 hours, rather than the 28 days of the female cycle. This shorter frequency means we tend to view men's behaviour as more constant and predictable, while women have gained a reputation of blowing hot and cold depending on the time of the month.
Breaking the taboo around PMS involves women discovering the gift that there is in our symptoms. It means deepening our self-awareness about how to respond best to our experience, and learning how to conduct the powerful conversations in our lives to be able to march to the beat of our own drum.
This way I am sure our modern way of living and working will have the best chance of transforming into something which supports and honours women's particular skills and contribution, which in turn may just transform the world.
Juliet Platt is a writer, workshop faciliatator, and Certified Professional Coactive Coach. She lives and works in Wiltshire, England with her husband and 2 children. She writes regularly for local magazines, and is an award-winning short story writer. She works as an associate facilitator and coach with Stillpoint Associates http://www.stillpointassociates.com.


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August 17, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Premenstrual Syndrome and Early Signs of Menopause
By John Gibb

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There are so many symptoms that can fall under multiple health conditions. This makes it imperative for you if have any new symptoms of any kind or old ones that won't go away for you to consult with your doctor to rule things out and hopefully identify and treat your symptoms appropriately. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) exhibits some of the same symptoms as early signs of menopause do.
Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms
There are two basic conditions that are thought to trigger PMS symptoms. They are thought to be triggered by the changing hormone levels. They are also believed to be triggered by lower than normal serotonin levels- brain chemicals that manage mood and emotions. With each of the two triggers there are specific related symptoms.
Changing hormone levels my trigger such things as migraines and other types of headaches. You may experience tender breasts and back aches. You may experience weight gain that can be due to either water retention or overeating. You could experience bloating.
Serotonin related symptoms include mood swings, irritability, increased aggressive behavior, and unexplainable anger. There maybe concentration problems sleep problems, anxiety, and depression issues. You could also experience food cravings and an increased appetite. This can lead to the weight gain mentioned earlier.
It is important to note that not every woman will experience PMS to the same degree or with the same intensity. In fact one woman can experience PMS differently from month to month.
Early Menopause Symptoms
Menopause occurs after a woman has not had menses for 12 consecutive months or longer. Anywhere from two to ten years prior to the cessations of menses and fertility symptoms can begin to develop. Pre-menopause or Peri-menopause begins with irregular menstrual cycles and irregular bleeding (too little or too much). There may be body aches and pains including back, joint, and muscle pains.
You may be more touchy, less likely to desire sexual activity at times, and your moods can change as quickly as a chameleon changes colors. Depression and anxiety could begin at this point as well. Your hormonal levels will be fluctuating causing any number of symptoms including weight gain due to either water retention or overeating.
Treatments of PMS and Early Signs of Menopause
Hormone therapy can be used for moderate to severe symptoms of both PMS and menopause. Hormone therapy has three basic protocols: Estrogen alone, Progesterone alone, or a combination of both Estrogen and Progesterone adjusted to an individual's specific needs. The preferred protocol is treatment with a combination of both estrogen and progesterone. There are some serious and potentially fatal side effects including breast and/or uterine cancers.
Other pharmaceutical treatments include anti-inflammatories, anti-depressants and diuretic pills that help to relieve excess body fluid. These also have some side effects which can be serious as well.
In an effort to avoid the serious side effects of many pharmaceutical treatments many women seek out natural treatments such as herbal supplementation. Many supplements will also contain beneficial vitamins and minerals to help balance out your nutritional needs. In order to ensure that you are getting the best possible herbal supplements, there are a number of things to look for. When being made they should be made to meet pharmaceutical grade standards.
The ingredients should have been tested extensively. The metabolic route of the ingredients' at the molecular level should be examined as well as the interactions of the ingredients'. This helps to guarantee that you are getting the same quality and consistent dosing in each and every single capsule. Herbal supplements could include B-complex vitamins and minerals such as zinc or magnesium. While it is true that herbal supplements have very few side effects it is important to consult your health care provider before using them. Some herbs can affect the performance of prescriptions you might be taking for other conditions.
Conclusion
Premenstrual Syndrome and Early Signs of Menopause do indeed have similar symptoms. They can also be treated in a similar manner. It is important to know that not every treatment will work for everyone. Herbal supplements are a safer alternative to traditional pharmaceutical treatments with fewer side effects. There are choices of treatments available and your doctor can help you determine which treatment will best meet your needs.
John Gibb is a nutrition enthusiast with over ten years of nutrition education and has now become a freelance writer. Currently, he focuses on information articles focused on women's health and fitness. Read more at http://www.the-menopause-source.com

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August 09, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) And Reflexology
By Kyle J Norton

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Pre-menstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. Premenstrual syndrome is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the woman's menstrual cycle, it effects a woman's physical and emotional state, and sometimes interferes with daily activities as a result of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss how reflexology effects women with PMS.

I. Definition

Reflexology is one of mild form of exercise by stimulating the function of the vital organ through, massage and applying pressure to reflexed points on the joints, foot and hand. Reflexologist believe that each point corresponds to difference body part and function.

II. How reflexology helps to treat women with PMS

1. Kidney

Reflexogolist believes that by massaging the half way down each sole in the centre of your foot will help to improve kidney function in urinary secretion resulting in lessening the symptom of water retention in the body tissues.

2. Stress

By applying pressure with your thumbs on the reflexed points that are on the inside of each foot just about a half way will help to release the pressure of your nervous system caused by abnormal hormone production of adrenal gland.

3. Headache

By massaging the 2 big toes, reflexologist believe it helps to relieve the pain caused by nervous tension.

4. Blood sugar

By applying gentle pressure and massage with the side of your thumbs on the the reflexed point inside edge of the sole of your right foot will help to stimulate the function of pancreas in insulin production and control to balance blood sugar.

5. Hormone balancing

By applying gentle pressure at the reflexed point at the dorsal malleolus, it helps to normalize the function of ovaries hormone production resulting in reducing symptoms of back pain, neck pain, headaches, dizziness and insomnia for some women with PMS.

6. Pituitary gland

By massaging the reflexed point on each big toe, it will help to regulate the normal function of pituitary gland in production of prolactin resulting in lessening the symptom of breast tenderness and pain.

There are many reflexed point in our food and hands that helps to normalize the function of the body and reduce symptoms of PMS, please talk to your reflexologist for more information.

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August 03, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) And Alcohol
By Kyle J Norton

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As we mentioned in previous article, premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their diet. It effects the women physical and emotional state and sometimes interference with daily activities as resulting of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome happens in one or two weeks before menstruation and then declining when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss How essential fatty acids effect women with premenstrual syndrome.

1. Liver functions

Moderate intake of no more than 2 glasses of wine is helpful in liver fat and protein metabolism by increasing the blood flow and awareness of the nervous system. Excessive drinking damages the liver function

a) Detoxifying

Liver is a first line defense of our body besides in fighting against foreign invasion such as forming of free radical and bacteria and virus, it also helps to detoxify our body toxic caused environment toxins accumulation or any harmful substance coming into our body through diet or the air we breath, etc. Without strong liver, it causes over production of estrogen resulting in premenstrual syndrome.

b) Essential fatty acids metabolism

Without strong liver function, it causes over production of bad prostaglandins hormone PGE2 resulting in increasing the symptoms of PMS including Menstrual pain and cramps.

c) Food craving

Liver is essential in regulating the pancreas in production of insulin. Abnormal function of liver in crease the risk of over production of insulin resulting in over production of adrenaline hormone which causes stress and nervous tension.

2. Nutrition and minerals deficiency

Alcohol inhibits the breakdown of vitamins and minerals into usable molecule by decreasing digestive enzymes secretion and damage the lining of stomach in absorbing vital nutrients by blocking the transportation of nutrients into the blood stream resulting in nutrients deficiency including vitamin B complex, zinc, magnesium, potassium etc. leading to symptoms of PMS.

Example: Low levels of zinc causes over production of prolaclin resulting in breast tenderness

Low levels of potassium causes abnormal lymphatic function and high levels of

sodium resulting in fluid retention.

3. Liver disease

Moderate drinking alcohol generally produces feelings of relaxation and cheerfulness, but excessive drinking has the opposite effects as fatty acids build up as plaques in the capillary around liver cells causing liver disease resulting in increasing the severeness of PMS.

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July 27, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Pre-Menstrual Syndrome and Mineral - Chromium
By Kyle J Norton


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Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. The occurrence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) has more than doubled over the past 50 years due to the acceptance of it as a medical condition that is caused by unhealthy diet high in saturated food. Premenstrual syndrome is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the women's menstrual cycle, it effects a women's physical and emotional state, and sometimes interferes with daily activities as a result of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss how mineral - chromium helps to treat women with PMS.

I. Definition
Chromium is a chemical element which has the symbol Cr and atomic number 24. It is the 21st most abundant chemical element in the world. It has been used in traditional medicine in treating unbalance of sugar metabolism.

II. How chromium effects women with PMS
1. Blood sugar
Chromium is one of the element which helps to control the levels of blood sugar in the blood stream by stimulating the function of pancreas in production of insulin. Deficiency of chromium causes abnormal function of pancreas in insulin production resulting in increasing the risk of diabetes for some women with PMS.

2. Nervous tension
Chromium also helps our body in regulating the levels of insulin produced, without the existence of right levels of chromium, insulin is blocked from entering the intestine tract resulting in high blood sugar and the risk of blocking the transportation of nutrients and oxygen to the body cells need causing nervous tension and symptoms of PMS.

3. Overweight
For some women with premenstrual syndrome, deficiency of chromium may cause change of appetite as resulting in over production of insulin by pancreas leading to obesity and weight gain.

4. Fat metabolism
Chromium is also helps our body in fat metabolism resulting in increasing the good cholesterol in the blood stream resulting in lessening the bad cholesterol attached to the arterial wall thereby decreasing the risk of heart attack and increasing the nutrients and oxygen transportation to our body cells.

5. Unhealthy diet
Most women with PMS with chromium deficiency is caused by unhealthy diet with high in refined products leading to glucose imbalance resulting in increasing the risk of hunger, food craving and minerals deficiency.

High levels of chromium in the cell can lead to DNA damage

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July 20, 2010 All About Women Health Article -Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Pre Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) And Massage
By Kyle J Norton

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As we mentioned in previous article, Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. Premenstrual syndrome is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the women's menstrual cycle, it effects a women's physical and emotional state, and sometimes interferes with daily activities as a result of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss how massage helps to treat PMS.
I. Definition Massage is one of the oldest form of medical treatment involving stroke, pressing and kneading in the difference area in our body. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine in relieving pain in special area by stimulating blood circulation.
II. How massage helps to treat PMS 1. Improving blood circulation By massage the area in the abdominal region, it helps to release the qi and blood stagnation in the region resulting in lessening symptoms of PMS including menstrual pain and cramps.
2. Improving liver function Liver qi stagnation causes abnormal function of liver in regulating the levels of estrogen in the body before ovulation resulting in increasing the risk of hormone imbalance for women with PMS. Massage helps to release the qi stagnation leading to strong liver in fat and protein metabolism and lessening the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
3. Lymphatic function Lymphatic function helps to remove fluid from our body tissue. Massage helps to improve the lymphatic function resulting in lessening the risk of water and fluid retention in the body's tissues.
4. Toxin elimination Massage helps to improve the body function in toxins elimination by releasing the qi and blood stagnation in the liver, stimulating the lymphatic and kidney function in removing fluid from the body resulting in lessening the symptoms of PMS including water retention and hormone imbalance.
5. Nervous tension Massage helps our body and muscles to relax. For women with premenstrual syndrome, relaxing helps to relieve tension of the nervous tension resulting in reducing the risk of anxiety, emotional and physical stress, depression and fatigue.
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What You Need to Know About PMS and Relationships

By Ruth Purple


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Listen out, boys and girls. This topic is not to be taken lightly. This is one matter that you have to understand and be aware of if you want to have blissful relationship. Although this only occurs once a month it has a tremendous effect in your love affair. PMS or pre menstrual syndrome is a monthly physiological dilemma affecting a woman's body. PMS is a physical and psychological disorder that takes place regularly during the phase of menstrual cycle specifically between ovulation and the onset of menstruation, usually one to two weeks before the menstruation and worsens as menstruation draws near and subsides at the time of menstruation or several days after it.

To know if you are really suffering from PMS you have to observe yourself if you are experiencing the symptoms repeatedly together with your menstrual cycle and not experience it after the menstruation and according to health professionals, to qualify that it is PMS, the symptoms affects or interferes with some of the daily living activities of the sufferer. A woman who is going through PMS can affect the people around her. During PMS common marital or lovers quarrel becomes magnified and more complicated. It is important to know that sometimes it's hard for most women if not all to control this syndrome.

For men, it is important that you comprehend that during this period women are not acting out or being too emotional because they have less control over it. My friends Tommy told us one time about her girlfriend Laura was sobbing and crying while watching the movie "The Godfather" "We watched that movie several times already but I was surprised to see her crying her heart out on the part where Michael's wife confessed that she deliberately has their child aborted." He said laughing while recalling the situation. Laura was kind of amused of herself during that time "I can't help myself from crying, I don't know what came over me.

I just felt like crying and feeling so much. I guess I was having that time of the month." Being overly emotional is just one of the symptoms of pre menstrual syndrome. Unlike Laura, some women suffer more that just crying over movies. Having severe and sudden mood swings, extreme emotional responsiveness and reactions, irritability, irrationality, unexplained crying, anxiety, forgetfulness, decreased attentiveness or focus, confusion, withdrawal, sensitivity to rejection or any negative responses, sudden burst of anger, food cravings,and to some having suicidal thoughts and depression are some of the psychological symptoms of pre menstrual syndrome. While headaches or migraines, bloating, increased weight, increase production of pimples and/ or acnes, sweating, diarrhea or constipation, breast tenderness, muscles and joint pains, backaches, decreased sex drive, nightmares and shakiness are some of the physical symptoms of pre menstrual syndrome.

It is essential that you know and is aware of these symptoms because PMS, believe it or not is one of the factors that causes relationship breakdowns. An also, as a woman, knowing that a man understands this kind of disorder helps.

The author of this article Ruth Purple is a successful Relationship Coach who has been helping and coaching individuals and couples for many years. Ruth recently published a new home study course on how to get your cheating spouse back. More info about this "Winning Your Man Back From Infidelity" program is available at http://www.YouCanGetHimBack.com.

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Magnesium Citrate is Essential to Your Body's Well Being

By Christina Cole

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Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral while magnesium citrate is a form of the mineral that is readily absorbed by the body. It is an important element for our muscles and nerves so that they can function properly. It is also used as a chemical agent which is used as laxative for patients before any surgery or laparoscopy.

It has numerous beneficial effects for the human body. Magnesium citrate works on the intensities and helps to relive the waste easily by absorbing a lot of water. This water makes the stools more supple and easy to pass. This process is called osmosis. Water and magnesium citrate soften the stool and allows easy bowel movement. It can also treat rectal and colon problems. This is the reason it is an important ingredient in most laxatives. It is always better to take it on empty stomach, followed by a glass full of juice or water ( 8 ounce), so that the water absorbs the chemical thoroughly for better results, and also to avoid any complications.

The magnesium content in magnesium citrate helps fight depression and relaxes nerves and muscles. It also helps maintain the required RNA /DNA levels in our body. It helps women who have problems of PMS (pre menstrual syndrome) by working along with vitamin B6. It reduces the mood swings and anxiety that occur during this phase. It helps utilization of vitamin B6 and vitamin E in our body and assists tissue respiration.

In general, we have to consume about 300 to 400 grams of magnesium as part of our daily diet. We get this naturally from dry roasted almonds, dry roasted cashews, cooked Soya beans and cooked spinach. It is also available in potatoes, brown rice, baked beans, yogurt and bran flakes. If you feel you do not consume enough magnesium required for the normal functioning of your body, it is time to take additional supplements.

Christina

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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) - What Causes PMS Food Cravings

By Kyle J Norton

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Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. The occurrence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) have more than doubled over the past 50 years due to the acceptance of it as a medical condition that is caused by unhealthy diet with high in saturated food. In this article, we will discuss what causes PMS food craving.

1. Sluggish liver
Maintaining a strong liver is vital for women with PMS, because liver helps in synthesis of carbohydrate and regulating the levels of insulin in the blood stream by transmitting information to pancreas. If the levels of insulin is too high, it tell pancreas to stop producing insulin and if the levels is too low, it tell pancreas to secret more insulin. Unbalancing blood sugar in the blood stream causes Foods and sugar craving.

2. Hormone imbalance
a) Adrenal gland
Women with PMS are found to have high levels of adrenaline which causes less production of progesterone leading to hormone imbalance and resulting in increasing the appetite of sweet and sugar products.

b) Hormone fluctuation
Hormone fluctuation and hormone deficiency, such as over production estrogen and little progesterone or over production of progesterone and less estrogen will increase the tension of nervous system resulting in stress and food craving.

3. Iron and Vitamins B6 deficiency
Some women with PMS during menstrual cycle are found to have low levels of iron and vitamin B6 resulting in increasing the risk of craving for for food not normally eaten and chocolate.

4. High levels of glucose tolerance
For what ever reason, women with PMS are found to have high levels of glucose tolerance such as increased appetite and craving for sugar and chocolate. It may be caused by stress and high levels of adrenaline. Some researchers argue that under stress, most women look for anything which can make them feel comfortable including sweet and chocolate.

5. Omega 3 fatty acid deficiency
Omega 3 fatty acid helps not only to regulate uterus muscle during menstrual cycle, but also helps to balance the levels of prostaglandins hormone resulting in lessening the risk of food and craving for women with PMS

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Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) And Chinese Herbs - Dandelion

By Kyle J Norton

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Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. It is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the women's menstrual cycle, it effects a women's physical and emotional state, and sometimes interferes with daily activities as a result of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss how Chinese herbs - dandelion effects women with PMS.

I. Definition
Dandelion is a flowering plant belongs to family Asteraceae, native to Europe, North America and Asia. It contains high amount of minerals, vitamins, fiber, micronutrients etc. and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for body detoxification including the liver toxins.

II. How dandelion effects women with PMS.
1. Liver function
Dandelion helps to clean the bloodstream and increase liver in bile secretion into the intestine resulting in improving the liver function in regulating the production of insulin and circulatory system in transporting the oxygen and nutrients to the body cells need, thereby reducing the risk of food craving and energy.

2. Diuretics
It also improve the kidney function in toxins elimination through urinary secretion resulting in lessening the risk of fluid retention and weight gains.

3. Sugar regulating
Dandelion also contains substance which helps to improve function of pancreas in production of insulin if the blood sugar is high and stop the production of insulin if blood sugar is too low, thereby decreasing the risk of food craving for some women with PMS.

4. Laxative
Since it contains high amount of fiber, it not only helps to detoxify the large intestine but also improve the muscles in the large intestine in moving stool resulting in lessening the risk of constipation.

5. Abscesses
Dandelion also increases the collection of neutrophils in a cavity, usually caused by bacteria and parasites resulting in preventing the spread of infectious materials to other parts of the body, thereby, reducing the risk of infection and inflammation to the reproductive organs.

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Pre-menstrual Syndrome and Chinese Herbs - Cuscuta (Tu Si Zi)

By Kyle J Norton

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Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. It is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the women's menstrual cycle, it effects a women's physical and emotional state, and sometimes interferes with daily activities as a result of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss how Chinese herbs Cuscuta (tu si zi) effects women with PMS.

I. Definition

Cuscuta is a genus of yellow, orange or red parasitic plants and belongs to the family Cuscutaceae. It have been used in traditional medicine in treating liver and kidney diseases.

II. how Chinese herbs Cuscuta (tu si zi) effects women with PMS.

1. Hepatoprotective
Cuscuta contains chemical agent which helps to prevent liver damage caused by either environment toxins or toxins accumulated in the liver resulting in improving the liver function in
regulating the levels of estrogen in the menstrual cycle and lessening the symptoms of PMS.

2. Lignan
It also contains lignan, one of the member of phytoestrogen, which helps to inhibit the bad estrogen and raise the levels of good estrogen resulting in balancing the hormones between estrogen and progesterone thereby, reducing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

3. Flavonoid
Flavonoid is better known for it antioxidant properties in improve immune system fighting the growth of tumor and cancer. It also increases the immune system in fighting against the virus or bacteria re productive organ infection and inflammation.

4. Diuretics
Cuscuta also knows to improve kidney function in getting rid of the toxins in the body through urinary secretion resulting in lessening the risk of water retention and weight gain for some women with PMS.

5. Digestive system
It also helps to improve digestive absorption of vital vitamins and mineral by stopping diarrhea for some women before and after ovulation.

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Pre Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) And Diet - Eggplant

By Kyle J Norton

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As we mentioned in previous article, Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in the US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their difference in living style and social structure. It is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the women's menstrual cycle. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss how eggplant effects women with premenstrual syndrome.

I. Definition
Eggplant is a plant belongs to the family Solanaceae, native to Sri Lanka and India. It has been used in traditional medicine in improving kidney function and sexual libido for men and women alike.

II. How eggplant helps to treat women with PMS

1.Water retention
Traditional Chinese herbalist believe, kidney besides plays an important role in sexual desire and activity for women and men alike, it also helps to regulating the body fluid. Unbalancing yin and yang qi or blood stagnation in the kidney organ causes over active or abnormal function not only in regulating the urinary secretion but also interfering the sexual function.

2. Immunity
Eggplant also contains antioxidant which helps to reduce the risk of cells oxidation resulting in lessening the risk of inflammation of the reproductive organs and forming of free radical. It also protect our body against infection caused by bacteria and virus.

3. Cholesterol
Eggplant contains chemical agents act as satin which help to inhibit the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the liver thereby, lessening the bad cholesterol synthesis and increasing the blood circulation which is vital for the cells in the nervous system needs and reducing the symptoms of dizziness, loss of concentration and memory.

4. Vitamins and minerals
Eggplant contains high amount of vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, B complex, Magnesium and potassium which is vital for protecting our body against water retention, weight gain and assisting the nervous cells in neutrotransmitting information between themselves and glands. The folate is also helps the body in regulating cells duplication and growth.

5. Nicotinoid
Eggplant contains high amount of nicotinoid, regularly intake of small portion of eggplant helps to improve the function of cells in the nervous system in transmitting information resulting in increasing the feeling of relaxation, calmness and alertness. It also helps to curve appetite, thereby, reducing weight gain. Remember, nicotioid is highly addictive.

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Pre-Menstrual Syndrome - PMS Debunked

By Marie C. Barrett


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I am surprised with the number of teenage girls and women that I have spoken with who do not know how to cope with Pre-Menstrual Syndrome, or PMS, as it is known. At some time or other most women suffer the effects of PMS, which can upset their social, school and business lives as well as their general health. Education in this important area of personal health is now timely for all women suffering the debilitating symptoms of PMS.

PMS is a culmination of various debilitating symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle of women and is rampant among eighty to ninety percent of menstruating women. The frequency of symptoms seems to be highest among women in their twenties and thirties.

This syndrome activates many disruptive and debilitating symptoms up to a fortnight before the start of menstruation. In most women, these symptoms disappear after the onset of the menstrual period, however, some experience symptoms until the end of their period. Symptoms of Pre-Menstrual Syndrome vary across several areas of a woman's holistic well being. Disturbances have been linked to psychological, physical and emotional upsets.

Although hormonal changes appear to play a significant role in PMS, it is not clear why some women experience unbearable symptoms while some experience none. For those sensitive to decreasing levels of estrogen, the effects can be traumatic. Perhaps one of the most readily recognized symptoms of the hormonal changes is how it affects affect a woman's emotional state, often causing irritability or a very low threshold of tolerance to emotional triggers.

There are many other notable symptoms of PMS. Some women complain of severe headaches, a feeling of heaviness in the abdomen and lower back, painful joints, abdominal cramping, panic, fatigue, depression, backache, anxiety, heart palpitations, fluid retention, constipation, decreased work performance, lack of coordination and uncontrollable spells of crying. While all of these symptoms rarely occur at the same time, most women can relate to experiencing many of them on a regular basis.

PMS has been linked to depression in many women, particularly in post-pregnancy. Symptoms are more severe in women with a history of depression in their families, and it is well for family members to notice if depression is becoming a regular state with a post-natal mum, and find help before depression sets in.

There are many strategies women can learn and implement to alleviate the symptoms of Pre-Menstrual Syndrome. You will find extensive research results and answers to your questions at http://www.womenshealth-pms.com.

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Pre Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) And Diet - Soybean
By Kyle J Norton

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As we mentioned in previous article, premenstrual syndrome is defined as faulty function of the ovaries related to the women's menstrual cycle, it effects a women's physical and emotional state, and sometimes interferes with daily activities as a result of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome occurs one to two weeks before menstruation and then declines when the period starts. In this article, we will discuss how soybean effects women with premenstrual syndrome.
I. Definition Soybean is a nutritional foods which is recommended to be eaten regularly by dietitian. It belongs to species of legume and native to Southeast Asia. It contains high amount of protein which is vital for vegetarian for replacing animal protein in their daily diet. Soybean is toxic if it is eaten RAW.
II. How soy bean effects women with PMS 1. Phytoestrogen Regularly intake of soybean product helps to decrease the risk of over production of bad estrogen for women with PMS, because soy bean products contain phytoestrogen, which helps to occupy the estrogen receptors, thereby, reducing the risk of hormone imbalance.
2. Alpha-linoleic acid Alpha linoleic acid is important for production in PGE1 and 3 which help to regulate the production of prostaglandins hormone resulting in lessening the risk of premenstrual pain and cramp caused over production of certain members in the prostaglandins hormones.
3. Omega fatty acid Soy bean contains high levels of Omega 6 fatty acid which is essential in helping liver in fatty acid and fat and protein metabolism resulting in lessening the risk of uterus pain and cramps and nervous tension including depression, anxiety and emotional and physical stress.
4. Isoflavonoids Soy bean contains high amount of phytochemical-isoflavonoid which not only helps to reduce the levels of bad cholesterol in the blood stream, blocking over production of levels of bad estrogen thereby, reducing heart disease and hormone imbalance, it also helps to improve the digestive system in absorbing vital vitamins and mineral resulting in lessening the severity of premenstrual syndrome.
5.Hgenistein and diadzein Besides function as flavonoid, it not only helps to improve the immune system in fighting against irregular cell growth causing breast cancer and tumors, but also reduce the risk of inflammation and infection to the reproductive organs.
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Pre-Menstrual Syndrome - Breaking the Taboo

By Juliet Platt

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Millions of women experience a time towards the end of their cycle when they feel low, angry, anti-social and unable to cope with daily tasks. Many women also experience physical pain and discomfort at this time.

The symptoms and causes of problems associated with hormonal change and pre-menstrual syndrome are attributed to a vast array of triggers - from imbalances in estrogen and progesterone, animal growth hormones, food intolerances, poor diet, little exercise or too much alcohol and caffeine - and there are now reams of therapeutic advice available recommending this or that remedy and lifestyle change.

Of course, that the condition of PMS is being taken seriously is a positive step. Western society - women and men included - has spent too long believing that PMS symptoms are a liability, or are psychosomatic, and need to be dismissed entirely from the imagination in order to achieve a smooth and homogenous daily experience.

However, with so many remedies, lifestyle changes and health approaches being recommended, we are in danger of seeing the taboo of PMS swinging the other way. Instead of being something about which society is in denial, it is now being treated as an unacceptable feature of life, against which positive steps must be taken for eradication.

This "find it and fix it" mentality is a very male one, espoused as much by men as by women in modern society, though it is no surprise that many purveyors of health supplements and dietary advice are men. So what if, in order to truly break the taboo around PMS, we choose to respond to our feminine symptoms as opposed to resisting and reacting to them?

The menstrual cycle is nature's way of preparing our bodies to create new life. As women we are blessed with the creative ability to conceive and nurture life from its very beginning. What if we learned to accept and embrace our monthly experience by tuning into our body, hearing its message, and responding in a way that respects what it is telling us?

Historically the western world has marched to the beat of a masculine drum. Male hormonal cycles are much shorter, usually taking 24 hours, rather than the 28 days of the female cycle. This shorter frequency means we tend to view men's behaviour as more constant and predictable, while women have gained a reputation of blowing hot and cold depending on the time of the month.

Breaking the taboo around PMS involves women discovering the gift that there is in our symptoms. It means deepening our self-awareness about how to respond best to our experience, and learning how to conduct the powerful conversations in our lives to be able to march to the beat of our own drum.

This way I am sure our modern way of living and working will have the best chance of transforming into something which supports and honours women's particular skills and contribution, which in turn may just transform the world.

Juliet Platt is a writer, workshop faciliatator, and Certified Professional Coactive Coach. She lives and works in Wiltshire, England with her husband and 2 children. She writes regularly for local magazines, and is an award-winning short story writer. She works as an associate facilitator and coach with Stillpoint Associates http://www.stillpointassociates.com.

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Premenstrual Syndrome and Early Signs of Menopause

By John Gibb

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There are so many symptoms that can fall under multiple health conditions. This makes it imperative for you if have any new symptoms of any kind or old ones that won't go away for you to consult with your doctor to rule things out and hopefully identify and treat your symptoms appropriately. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) exhibits some of the same symptoms as early signs of menopause do.

Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms

There are two basic conditions that are thought to trigger PMS symptoms. They are thought to be triggered by the changing hormone levels. They are also believed to be triggered by lower than normal serotonin levels- brain chemicals that manage mood and emotions. With each of the two triggers there are specific related symptoms.

Changing hormone levels my trigger such things as migraines and other types of headaches. You may experience tender breasts and back aches. You may experience weight gain that can be due to either water retention or overeating. You could experience bloating.

Serotonin related symptoms include mood swings, irritability, increased aggressive behavior, and unexplainable anger. There maybe concentration problems sleep problems, anxiety, and depression issues. You could also experience food cravings and an increased appetite. This can lead to the weight gain mentioned earlier.

It is important to note that not every woman will experience PMS to the same degree or with the same intensity. In fact one woman can experience PMS differently from month to month.

Early Menopause Symptoms

Menopause occurs after a woman has not had menses for 12 consecutive months or longer. Anywhere from two to ten years prior to the cessations of menses and fertility symptoms can begin to develop. Pre-menopause or Peri-menopause begins with irregular menstrual cycles and irregular bleeding (too little or too much). There may be body aches and pains including back, joint, and muscle pains.

You may be more touchy, less likely to desire sexual activity at times, and your moods can change as quickly as a chameleon changes colors. Depression and anxiety could begin at this point as well. Your hormonal levels will be fluctuating causing any number of symptoms including weight gain due to either water retention or overeating.

Treatments of PMS and Early Signs of Menopause

Hormone therapy can be used for moderate to severe symptoms of both PMS and menopause. Hormone therapy has three basic protocols: Estrogen alone, Progesterone alone, or a combination of both Estrogen and Progesterone adjusted to an individual's specific needs. The preferred protocol is treatment with a combination of both estrogen and progesterone. There are some serious and potentially fatal side effects including breast and/or uterine cancers.

Other pharmaceutical treatments include anti-inflammatories, anti-depressants and diuretic pills that help to relieve excess body fluid. These also have some side effects which can be serious as well.

In an effort to avoid the serious side effects of many pharmaceutical treatments many women seek out natural treatments such as herbal supplementation. Many supplements will also contain beneficial vitamins and minerals to help balance out your nutritional needs. In order to ensure that you are getting the best possible herbal supplements, there are a number of things to look for. When being made they should be made to meet pharmaceutical grade standards.

The ingredients should have been tested extensively. The metabolic route of the ingredients' at the molecular level should be examined as well as the interactions of the ingredients'. This helps to guarantee that you are getting the same quality and consistent dosing in each and every single capsule. Herbal supplements could include B-complex vitamins and minerals such as zinc or magnesium. While it is true that herbal supplements have very few side effects it is important to consult your health care provider before using them. Some herbs can affect the performance of prescriptions you might be taking for other conditions.

Conclusion

Premenstrual Syndrome and Early Signs of Menopause do indeed have similar symptoms. They can also be treated in a similar manner. It is important to know that not every treatment will work for everyone. Herbal supplements are a safer alternative to traditional pharmaceutical treatments with fewer side effects. There are choices of treatments available and your doctor can help you determine which treatment will best meet your needs.

John Gibb is a nutrition enthusiast with over ten years of nutrition education and has now become a freelance writer. Currently, he focuses on information articles focused on women's health and fitness. Read more at http://www.the-menopause-source.com

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