5 AFFORDABLE HOME REMEDIES FOR PREMENSTRUAL SYDROME Though there is no cure for PMS, you can follow some natural & easy remedies & practice a few healthy habits to reduce this problem. 1) GINGER ~ It eases cramps, PMS and irregular menstruation. - Add 1 teaspoon of grated ginger to a cup of boiling water. - Let it simmer for a few minutes. - Strain and add honey to taste. - Drink 2 to 3 cups of this ginger tea daily, at least for a week before your period. *NB- if you have Gailstones,consult your doctor before using ginger as a remedy. 2) APPLE CIDER VINEGAR ~It reduces PMS symptoms like bloating, water retention, cramping, headaches, irritability & fatigue. - Mix 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw, unfiltered ACV in a glass of water. - Add a little raw, organic honey. - Drink this solution once or twice daily. 3) EVENING PRIMROSE OIL ~ It reduces breast tenderness. Its Gamma Linolenic Acid content also helps regulate pain & inflammation in the body. - Take 500 to 1000mg of Evening Primrose Oil standardized extract daily for about 3 months. *NB- consult your doctor before commencing regime. 4) CINNAMON ~ It helps potent anti-inflammatory & antispasmodic properties that help relieve PMS symptoms like cramps - Add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder to a cup of boiling water. - Add some milk & a little honey. - Let it simmer for a few minutes - Drink this tea daily, at least for a week before period. 5) EXERCISE ~ couple excercise with a balanced diet where fresh fruits,vegetables and water are key players to the overall well-being of the body. - Reduce salt,refined sugar & trans fats intake. - Reduce stress by relaxing & doing yoga. - HAVE TIME TO YOURSELF.
Posted on: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 21:12:20 +0000