Except for some extreme cases, symptoms of premenstrual syndrome they are reduced when attention is paid to diet and physical exercises are incorporated into the patient's usual routine, accompanied by personal or couple psychotherapy.
Regarding the pertinent corrections in the diet, the experts advise eating raw vegetables and fruits, not exceeding the limit in the consumption of proteins, and prioritize proteins from fish, of birds and legumes. It is also advisable to eat little fat, eat whole grain products and increase the dose of foods rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, iodine and chromium.
Specialists suggest increasing your intake of vitamin B6, vitamin E, and vitamin C. Other suggestions are multiply the pieces of nuts and fresh fruits consumed daily, since they stimulate the action of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that participates in improving mood and reducing anxiety.
Feeding tips
It is advisable to eat small amounts and frequently, reduce stress as much as possible, sleep longer and drink plenty of water. It is also practical not to fast, and to reduce the daily amounts of tobacco, alcohol, caffeine, carbonated drinks, sugars, fats, chocolate, preserves and salt.
If you suffer from any of these disorders and you suspect that you are suffering from this syndrome, it is prudent to follow a diary for at least three months where the days of the menses and each of the symptoms are noted. This tool makes the diagnosis easier for the specialist and allows him to conceive an appropriate treatment, which will be consistent with the degree of severity with which the indisposition manifests itself.