Menstruation is a normal part of every woman’s life, but PMS and
irregular periods are not.
In fact, nothing is “normal” about premenstrual symptoms or other menstrual problems
— from cramps and menorrhagia to irregular bleeding and amenorrhea — that disrupt
the lives of so many women.
These issues are not just uncomfortable — they’re symptoms of underlying health
problems that need to addressed.
The root cause of menstrual problems is hormonal imbalance. And that’s why conventional
medicine can’t really help you much. The standard approach is to treat the symptoms,
not the root source that’s causing them, with antidepressants or hormone therapy,
and most women would rather avoid both if possible.
Fortunately, there are natural solutions that offer lasting relief without drugs
or their side effects and health risks.
We understand that stress, genetics and other factors contribute to PMS and menstrual
problems. But the food you eat, the supplements you take, and the way you live your
life matter even more.
Our expert information and targeted supplements can transform how your body maintains
hormonal balance so you feel better and more like yourself. And when you take natural
steps to balance your hormones, everything in your body works better.
Good hormonal balance helps everything. It can help you normalize your monthly cycle
so you feel healthier, stronger and more energetic. Find out more about how to improve
your menstrual health, and get started today.
Featured articles on PMS and menstruation
By Dr. Sarika Arora, MD
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Menorrhagia and hypermenorrhagia,
reviewed by Dr. Amber Hayden, DO. Heavy periods and excessive menstrual
bleeding can be frightening and confusing, but it’s not all that unusual. Fortunately,
this problem can often be brought under control without surgery — by making simple
adjustments to your diet and lifestyle. Women's Health Network explains how.
Amenorrhea (absence of menstruation),
reviewed by Dr. Amber Hayden, DO. Amenorrhea often occurs in women with
hormonal imbalance and as a result of stress. What can you do about it? Women's
Health Network explains.
Health
benefits of regular menstrual periods, reviewed by Dr. Sarika Arora,
MD. Healthy, regular menstrual cycles are a signal of good health —
and changes can be a red flag for hidden health issues. Women's Health Network explains
why the usual view of menstruation as an annoyance, an inconvenience, or even a
curse should be turned on its head.
Irregular
periods and pms: first warning signs of bone health problems ,
by Dr. Sarika Arora, MD and Dr. Susan E. Brown, PhD. PMS and menstrual
irregularities can be key warning signs that you’re not building bone — or may already
be losing it. See what you can do.
Herbal treatments
for PMS. Mother Nature has some natural ways to relieve and even
prevent premenstrual syndrome so you can keep doing the things you love —
without monthly interruptions.
PMS and PMDD
- advanced treatment, reviewed by Dr. Sarika Arora, MD.
What to do if you discover you need additional treatment measures and help from
a qualified healthcare practitioner.
PMS symptoms and causes,
reviewed by Dr. Sarika Arora, MD. With more than 200 possible symptoms
of PMS, it makes it even more important to understand how certain changes can prevent
the causes of hormonal imbalance.
Causes of irregular
periods. Missed periods, too-frequent periods, spotting, or bouts
of heavy clotting and bleeding are usually caused by an underlying hormonal imbalance
that is easily treated. Changes in your periods are also a common signal that you
are entering perimenopause.
Your menstrual
cycle - the basics, reviewed by Dr. Amber Hayden, DO.
A monthly period results from a sequential conversation between your brain, your
adrenal, pituitary and thyroid glands, and your ovaries. Here we explain the basics
about menstruation and what happens hormonally and physically throughout your cycle.
Luteinizing hormone (LH)
and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Women can go their whole
lives without knowing what these two terms mean until they hit menopause or have
a medical issue that involves these hormones. Find out what each hormone does and
how those functions influence your health.
Relieve your
PMS symptoms today