Many cereals are great to eat because they’re rich in fiber, but many are also fortified with iron. Iron produces serotonin, which is a mood stabilizer that can help when you have PMS. Oatmeal is another popular breakfast option that is good for your heart and is rich in vitamin B6, magnesium, which reduces fluid retention and can diminish depression, anxiety, headaches and muscle aches.
Snacking on sunflower seeds can help reduce menstrual pain. They are rich in vitamin E which help reduce prolactin, which is the hormone that contribute to cramps, weight gain and breast tenderness. As an added bonus sunflower seeds can help you de-bloat. Drinking green tea can also help with the menstrual cramps. Green tea increases the levels of glycine, which is an amino acid that’s been found to provide spasm relief.
If you think you lack in these vitamins, talk to your doctor because he might be able to recommend a supplement that can help alleviate those monthly symptoms.
