Ugh...PMS (for me!)

[Just Kate]

About a week or so prior to starting my period, I tend to get so emotional. I get horribly anxious, I frustrate easily, and I'm sure that I'm no fun to be around.  I just turned 40 and this has only been going on for the past 18 months or so. Prior to now, my PMS symptoms were more physical (cramping). 

 

What can I do??? Sometimes I think I am going crazy and then I either look at the calendar and realize, or I just start my period and the relief comes (I finally figure out what I causing my craziness!). I don't really take vitamins, but is there something I could be taking that might help? I am attempting to get back on track with my eating...maybe cutting out sugar will help? More sleep? Anyone have any thoughts or things that have worked for you?

[regentrude]

Listening in.

I eat almost no added sugar, sleep 8 hours almost every night, exercise daily. PMS still sucks.

[HSmomof2]

I've had horrible PMS, but it got worse after dd was born. A lot of anxiety to the point of panic attacks, irritability, etc. A good diet and exercise helped a little but not enough. My dr prescribed a very small dose of klonopin that I only take for about 7 days/month. It's made a huge difference. I only take it during PMS and haven't had to change the dose at all over 11 years. At first I didn't want to take it, but it really has made all the difference in stopping the PMS anxiety and allowing me to still function.

[Carol in Cal.]

Borage oil.  

 

Two capsules per day, starting on day 14 and continuing through day 1.

 

It's a miracle nutrient for exactly what you describe.