Top 5 foods to soothe PMS discomfort

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PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) refers to a range of physical and emotional symptoms that many women experience in the days leading up to their menstrual period. Image Credit: iStock/sankalpmaya

Bloating, breast tenderness, headaches, fatigue, cramps, depression, anxiety, irritability and mood swings can be symptoms of PMS. Image Credit: iStock/Dilok Klaisataporn

These are primarily caused by hormonal changes in the body during this phase. Here are five foods that can help you ease PMS pain. Image Credit: iStock/Mladen_Kostic

Nuts and seeds

Nuts like walnuts, almonds and seeds like flaxseeds can fats and magnesium to help manage mood swings Image Credit: iStock/olgakr

Fatty fish

Salmon, sardines, mackerel, herring and trout are a few fish varieties that can be helpful Image Credit: iStock/Warunporn Thangthongtip

Dark chocolate

It contains magnesium and antioxidants to help alleviate pain and improve mood Image Credit: iStock/NATALIA MARNA

Avocodo

As it has healthy fats and potassium, it can reduce bloating and improve hormonal balance. Image Credit: iStock/Arina_Bogachyova

Berries

If you are looking to combat inflammation and regulate hormones, strawberries, blackberries, cranberries, raspberries, and blueberries can help you during this period. Image Credit: iStock/:eli_asenova

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