During the week before your period, both oestrogen and progesterone levels fall – which signal the end of that menstrual cycle. As the hormones decrease, some people may experience some signs and symptoms that are a little uncomfortable. However, you can Make peace with PMS with some specialised formulations made especially for this time in your cycle.

PMS Symptoms

Every person will experience PMS differently – some worse than others. The common signs include:

• Low energy
• Sleep changes
• Changeable moods
• Tension and increased worries
• Breast tenderness
• Skin breakouts
• Bowel habit changes
• Fluid retention

If you find that feelings of sadness and overwhelm become unbearable during this time, then visit your health professional, as this can be indicative of another more serious hormonal concern called PMDD.

PMS Supplements

Hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle are completely normal and expected, how these changes impact on us personally depends on many factors. You can support both the physical and emotional symptoms with a combination of diet, lifestyle, supplements, and herbs.

• Women’s Daily Wellness & Energy support from a multivitamin is suitable to take throughout the menstrual cycle.
• Herbal extracts that support worries and overwhelm include Ashwagandha, Passionflower, and Kava.
• Herbs that support female hormonal health include Vitex, Wild Yam, Paeony, and Shatavari.
• Specific vitamins and minerals to be mindful of are Zinc, Iodine, and B6 – as they are all required for healthy ovulation and a healthy menstrual cycle.
• Magnesium is a great supplement to have on hand for the week leading up to your period.
• Di-Indolylmethane (DIM) is an extract found in cruciferous vegetables, which can support the body’s natural detox pathways and healthy oestrogen metabolism.

During perimenopause, these hormonal fluctuations may become more noticeable – have a look at our Menopause Support supplements for extra support.

The best supplements for women

The Women’s Health range includes multivitamins and supplements to support you during each phase of life. For natural supplements that come in tablets, capsules, pills, powders and liquids, as well as helpful tips and to suit your individual health needs, see our Health Concerns range