PMS
Please don’t think your symptoms are normal and have to tolerated. You are unique and uniquely variable.
A naturopathic definition of PMS (premenstrual syndrome) takes a holistic approach to understanding and addressing the condition.
PMS is a multifaceted condition characterized by a combination of physical, emotional, and psychological symptoms that occur in the days or weeks leading up to menstruation. From a naturopathic perspective, PMS is viewed as an imbalance in the body’s natural systems, often stemming from factors such as hormonal fluctuations, nutritional deficiencies, stress, and lifestyle habits.
Naturopathic practitioners recognize the deep interconnectedness of bodily systems and seek to address the root causes of PMS rather than just alleviating symptoms. This approach may involve dietary adjustments, herbal and adaptogen remedies, stress management techniques, hormone balancing therapies, and lifestyle modifications tailored to each individual’s unique constitution and circumstances. Nutritional status in the luteal phase and potential oestrogen dominance or relative lack of progesterone are key areas for intervention to support this stage of your cycle. The clinic provides a range of testing options to best determine the approach and to monitor therapy.
By addressing the underlying imbalances and supporting the body’s innate healing mechanisms, naturopathic interventions aim to alleviate PMS symptoms and promote overall health and well-being.