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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All rights reserved. Any reproducing of this article must have the author name and all the links intact."Let Take Care Your Health, Your Health Will Take Care You" Kyle J. NortonI have been studying natural remedies for disease prevention for over 20 years and working as a financial consultant since 1990. Master degree in Mathematics, teaching and tutoring math at colleges and universities before joining insurance industries.
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
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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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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Monday, August 16, 2010
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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By John Gibb
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You don't need to struggle living
with PMS and PMDD
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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Sunday, August 8, 2010
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.
To read the series of PMS,please visit
http://pre-menstrualsyndrome-pms.blogspot.com/
To read all articles of women health, please visit
http://medicaladvisorjournals.blogspot.com/
All rights reserved. Any reproducing of this article must have the author name and all the links intact.
"Let Take Care Your Health, Your Health Will Take Care You" Kyle J. Norton
I have been studying natural remedies for disease prevention for over 20 years and working as a financial consultant since 1990. Master degree in Mathematics, teaching and tutoring math at colleges and universities before joining insurance industries. Part time Health and entertainment Article Writer.
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Monday, August 2, 2010
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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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.
To read the series of PMS,please visit
http://pre-menstrualsyndrome-pms.blogspot.com/
To read all articles of women health, please visit
http://medicaladvisorjournals.blogspot.com/
All rights reserved. Any reproducing of this article must have the author name and all the links intact.
"Let Take Care Your Health, Your Health Will Take Care You" Kyle J. Norton
I have been studying natural remedies for disease prevention for over 20 years and working as a financial consultant since 1990. Master degree in Mathematics, teaching and tutoring math at colleges and universities before joining insurance industries. Part time Health and entertainment Article Writer.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Kyle_J_Norton
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