Posted by Mel32 on September 10, 2003, at 18:32:35
In reply to Re: pmdd, posted by phoeb on September 10, 2003, at 16:45:51
Hey! Do you eat a lot of sugar or drink a lot of caffeine? Some people are very sensitive to these, and they can really mess with your calcium and magnesium levels. Sodas are pretty bad too. The phosphoric acid in them leeches calcium from your system, and I have always read that calcium and magnesium levels decrease tremendously before your period already, so the sodas would make it extra tough on your body. Also, I have found that when I chart my period, I am more aware of what mood to expect, and I constantly remind myself during that time, that it is just hormones. My husband has found this extremely helpful too! However, some months can be extremely difficult, and I border on psychotic. At the first sign of a tough month, usually 2 weeks before my period, I start taking zoloft, and it gets me through. Exercise helps too, although it is hard to do if you are already depressed. At least you have one thing taken care of! Good luck!
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