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HOW TO CONTROL MOOD SWINGS DURING MENSTRUATION?

by Shagufta Faheem December 15, 2017 0 Comments

In addition to all the physical symptoms and issues women have to deal with, they also have to deal with mood swings during their period. Some of these swings are minor but some of them are debilitating and devastating. What causes these moods? Are they the most mysterious of menstrual cycle issues? How bad can it get? What are the remedies for these swings? How can a woman take control over these menstrual cycle moods? All of these questions are in every woman's mind and she feels anxious and hesitant to talk about it.
So, following are the cause, symptoms, and natural remedies for menstrual mood swings which will answer every question.

Cause:

During periods you are on roller coaster ride in which there is a hormonal change in your body which is actually responsible for temper variation. These feelings that a woman experiences before, during and after her period can range from depression to anger to rage. Not every woman suffers from these moods but a large majority does.

Symptoms:

When a large amount of hormones i.e estrogen produces in your body during menstruation, a woman can suffer many other symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle such as headaches, cramps, bloating, cravings, sore breasts and overall tension. All of these symptoms can contribute to the amount and the intensity of the mood swings during the period.

Natural Remedies:

Exercise:

Physical activity can lift moods and improve depression. It’s believed that endorphins feel-good brain chemicals that are released during exercise may help counteract some of the hormone changes that may trigger severe mood swings. Aerobic exercise such as walking, running, bicycling, or swimming is highly recommended during a menstrual cycle.

Small, frequent meals:

Eating small meals throughout the day rather than two or three big meals may also help ease PMS symptoms. A large meal, particularly one high in carbohydrates, can cause blood sugar swings, which could worsen PMS. Try to eat six small meals a day to keep your blood sugar levels steady.

Avoid sweet:

Steering clear of candy, soda, and other sugary foods, especially in the week before your period, may help ease severe PMS symptoms by preventing mood swings associated with blood sugar fluctuations.

Avoid excess caffeine:

Staying away from coffee and other caffeinated drinks for two weeks before your period may make a difference in your mood because caffeine can increase anxiety, nervousness, and insomnia.

Hopefully, these remedies will be helpful for you but If stress, anxiety or feelings of low mood are an issue and they are affecting your work or personal relationships, then it might be worth paying a visit to your doctor. Your doctor can explain some of the treatment options they have available such as anti-anxiety or anti-depressant medication.
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