PMS Factor

In my opinion, if you’re not taking vitamins, then your going to be fighting a battle you don’t need. I know when and when I don’t take my vitamins… especially during PMS week. I double my vitamins during PMS and it helps TREMENDOUSLY!! Not just any vitamins though. You need good ones. Don’t skimp on the vitamins!

Vitamin and mineral supplementation often recommended for home treatment of PMS and PMDD

These supplements are commonly recommended for PMS home treatment:

• Calcium. This mineral affects the hormone-producing endocrine system. Calcium is strongly linked to PMS symptoms and relief. A high level of calcium intake [1200 mg], broken up into three doses per day, may improve your negative moods and reduce fluid retention and pain. Calcium has the added advantage of reducing the risk of osteoporosis.
• Magnesium. Some women with PMS have been found to have low magnesium levels, which are linked to abnormal levels of chemicals (prostaglandins) that increase pain and inflammation. Two or more months of daily magnesium has been shown to reduce premenstrual bloating (water retention). Magnesium is also likely to improve premenstrual pain and may improve negative mood.
• Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). This vitamin affects the endocrine system and helps the body use magnesium. Although research and expert opinions are mixed, daily vitamin B6 is likely to improve PMS depression and physical symptoms. Take no more than 100 mg daily to avoid toxic effects on the nervous system.
• Vitamin E. Taken during the premenstrual phase, this vitamin supplement is a recognized treatment for breast tenderness. It may also reduce mood and physical symptoms. Improvement in weight gain, anxiety, headaches, sweet cravings, depression, insomnia, and low energy are possible.

On January 22, 1973, a monumental decision was passed down by the U.S. Supreme Court to legalize abortion in America. In my opinion, this stands as one of the top 5 dates in history. Bigger than Pearl Harbor. Bigger than Emancipation Proclamation.

In addition, one of the greatest messages on the 33rd anniversary was delivered in Arlington, TX. Until the link expires, you can check out the message at:

The Only Answer On Abortion

If the link is already expired, you can download the mp3 file HERE.

I won’t hide it… while what seems like such a victory for women is one of the greatest defeats that women in America have ever had. While I’m not asking anyone to agree with me here, this PMS Chick believes that this audio is worth listening to.

Gynaecologist Says Poor Diet Affects Health of Female North Korean Defectors

Female defectors from North Korea experience their first menstruation several years later than average South Korean women due to insufficient nutrition earlier in life.

The research by a team led by Koo Seung-yup, a gynaecology professor at Seoul National University, showed that the female refugees menstruated for the first time at an average age of 16.

The team surveyed the first menstruation and diet habits of 411 female defectors currently residing in defectors’ facilities in the South. The average age of the surveyed women was 31.

The defectors’ average age of menstruation is approximately two to four years later than those of South Korean women, according to the study.

Menstruation occurred earliest among the defectors who had meat- based diets, followed by those whose diets were based on grain and vegetables. The defectors who had fewer sleeping hours also had later menstruation, according to the study.

The team attributed the late menstruation to insufficient nutrition and overall living conditions as well as genetic factors.

“While the survey cannot represent the entire female population of the North, it holds great significance as the first medical data collected from women who have grown up there,” said Koo.

Nearly 6,700 North Koreans have defected to the South since the end of the Korean War, including 1,894 last year alone. Seoul expects the number of defectors to exceed 10,000 in a few years.

Source: http://www.lef.org/news/LefDailyNews.htm?NewsID=2896&Section=NUTRITION

I just came across this great site called My Monthly Cycles. It is great for tracking everything on a calendar, getting PMS dates, reminders, etc. Go to:

http://www.mymonthlycycles.com

It’s amazing what you can find out there on the Internet today.

This PMS site is cool!