13/04/2023
A few days ago I posted some specifics on PMDD:
- What PMDD is
- How it is diagnosed
- Common signs and symptoms
(If you haven't had a chance to scope it out, I highly recommend!)
While this can feel like a lot of information, especially if you have been diagnosed with PMDD, or you have a sneaky suspicion you might have it, I'm here to tell you that you have more control over these symptoms than you think.
Most of these symptoms can be reduced by lifestyle and nutrition changes.
Traditional medicine would recommend treatment with serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). This is essentially an antidepressant to treat the mood concerns with PMDD.
Here are 5 areas to get started if you are struggling with PMDD:
1️⃣Reduce inflammation: This coulf look like - reducing inflammatory vegetable oil intake, reducing or eliminating foods you are sensitive to, managing your stress, lowering alcohol consumption, opting for a whole foods diet a majority of the time.
2️⃣Stabilize your blood sugar. Eating a well rounded meal that includes protein,
carbs and healthy fats, eating within an hour of waking, not eating sweets on their own.
3️⃣Prioritizing 7-9 hours of sleep. Ensuring your circadian rhthym is supported has a profound impact on your mood, hormones and appetite. Opt to sleep in a coold, dark room, with no electronic an hour within bed time.
4️⃣Manage your stress consistently. When you cortisol is elevated continuously, it will deplete essential vitamins and minerals, and take priority over other bodily functions. Elevated cortisol will also increase inflammation. This could look like nature walks, deep breathing, taking a long bath with magnesium salts, therapy, or yoga.
5️⃣include magnesium and vitamin B6 in your routine. This can be with foods
and supplements. This will help with the mood aspect of PMDD.
✨If you want to get started right away, I recommend heading to the
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My guide will get you started on how to build your plate and optimize your morning to balance your blood sugar and lower inflammation!✨