You can't put your life on hold for PMS. But you don't have to just grin and bear it. The simple things you do daily can make a difference in how you feel during your period.
Watch for 6 tips to help you calm PMS symptoms, from the experts at Mayo Clinic.
Science-based relief from PMS
Three in 4 women experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Try strategies from Mayo Clinic experts to find relief.
Brush up on your sleep routine. Going to bed and waking at the same time every day (even weekends) can ease moodiness and fatigue.
Snack on complex carbs. Foods like oatmeal, berries and plain yogurt can help keep blood sugar steady.
Skip the salty takeout. Less sodium may help with bloating. Not a cook? A meal kit can make it easier. Hold the salt.
Load up on low-fat dairy and sunshine. Research suggests plenty of calcium and vitamin D may reduce symptoms like cramps and anxiety.
Try yoga for stress-busting. Women who felt more stressed had worse PMS symptoms, one study found. Exercise = a win-win.
Still miserable? Talk to your doctor. Certain birth control options or other medications may help. Periods don't have to mean misery.
Guidance from the experts at Mayo Clinic.
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