Evening Primrose Oil
If you are deficient in a specific type of essential fatty acid called Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), research indicates that you may be prone to symptoms such as depression, moodiness and irritability around the time of your menstrual period. These symptoms, which are sometimes referred to as PMS (premenstrual syndrome), PMT (premenstrual tension) or more recently PMDD (premenstrual dsyphoric disorder) may be alleviated by supplementing with evening primrose oil, which is rich in GLA.
Natural Cures for PMS / PMDD
Many women are opting to use natural cures for PMS, such as herbal products as well as lifestyle changes, to treat their condition. While "natural" does not by any means equate with "safe", it is helpful to know that treatment alternatives, some of them geared towards treating the root cause (hormonal imbalance) rather than just the symptoms...
Not Getting PMDD Relief from Evening Primrose Oil
Q: I'm currently taking Evening Primrose Oil and have gotten some relief from my PMDD symptoms, but not enough. What else can I do?
Top 3 Evening Primrose Oil Products
This is the one supplement for premenstrual moodiness that I absolutely swear by. Learn more about the brands that I've had good results with.
