Crazy Hormones

I'm 40 and have posted a long post about this before. My doctor suggested taking Calcium and B-Complex vitamins together. He said that some women don't notice any change at all, but that some experience tons of relief. I've been taking it for quite awhile now, and it helps me a lot. Some women on this site have also mentioned Magnesium, and I take that as part of my migraine treatments, so it may be helping with PMS too. I was horrible before I started taking the vitamins, and now I can't even tell when I'm going to start my period unless I look at a calendar, and even then I can't always tell since my periods aren't as regular as they used to be. I hope you find something that works for you.

Premsym PMS (over the counter)

I try to watch my intake of sodium & caffeine...to help keep the blood pressure down. It helps keep me calm.

Dr. Chalmers in Frisco is who helped me identify what was wrong.....it was my hormones and no OB would help me due to me being in early 30's,...I am so grateful for gaining my sanity back......

http://chalmerswellness.com

Regular exercise and a high protein/low sugar diet, especially during that week. And if that fails, I resort to chocolate and sex...

My OB said that there was some good research supporting calcium supplements to help out.

B vitamins are great . . .

Its PMS.
It can get worse, after having a baby.
Mine did.
I hate PMS.

See a Naturopath Doctor.
They can tell you what natural things to take. Per YOUR issues. Not just guessing.

Or go to Whole Foods... they are quite helpful there.

I personally take "Vitex", also called "Chasteberry."
Research it online.

BUT, I would really recommend seeing a Naturopath Doctor.
That way you will not be 'guessing' and can get more targeted, natural alternative help.

I take midol and lots of it!

PMS is often accompanied with fluid retention which can make you nervous and emotional. Avoid salt and caffeine for a few days prior to your PMS time, but if you notice swelling ankles or your rings getting tight, you can take Dandelion Root capsules and it will make you pee more.

Natural progesterone will save you and your family! http://www.amazon.com/Emerita-Pro-Gest-Natural-Progestero...
That's all I've got to say about that ;)
Best Regards,
C.

If you would like a referral I recommend seeing Dr. Chalmers from Chalmers Wellness in Frisco. I stopped nursing 2 months ago and was feeling unsettled emotionally. Dr. Chalmers can treat your hormones naturally.

Do some research on Black Cohosh. It's frequently used to treat menopausal symptoms. I know it works very well on hot flashes. I'm not so certain about your other symptoms though. A naturopath doctor would be a good idea too--does anyone have any recommendations for one?

I take a nutritional supplement that has helped me greatly with my hormones and PMS. Let me know if you'd like some info about it.

I know you said you would prefer to stay away from drugs and you've gotten a lot of advice on how to do that. I am in the same boat as you. I'm 39 and get looney before my period. My OBGN prescribed me a very low dose of lexapro that I start taking 10 days before my period is to begin. I track it using an iphone app called iperiod and it emails me 10 days before my next scheduled period so I can start taking the medication. I know it sounds crazy, but I really feel so much better. I don't get anxious and stressed out any more. And I take calcium, b-complex, multi-vitamins and magnesium and I still need that little extra help. I hope you find that happy place soon!!