The Best Foods To Eat While PMSing

Fresh Fruits

Sugar cravings areespecially common during this time so it’s important togo for the right kinds of sugar and avoid the overly-processed sweets we often turn to."Fruits, vegetables, and whole foods are always your friends, but especially during menstruation. The fruit from sugar may help alleviate sugar cravings," says health and fitness consultant Tari Rose. The fiber in fruits can help regulate irregularity, which is important for women who experience diarrhea during their period. If you suffer from cramps, bananas need to be included in your period diet. Bananas include nutrients such as vitamin B6 and potassium which can reduce bloating and water retention. Bromelain, often found in pineapples, can combat cramping by helping to relax muscles.

Whole Grains

Much like fruit, the fiber in whole grains will help you stay regular and can help keepyou fuller longer making you less susceptible to cravings. Valuable vitamin B6 in whole grains can also help moderate your energy, mood and stress levels during your period. Whole grains provide important vitamins and minerals such as iron and calcium, which should be restored after your period as deficiencies in iron and calcium can worsen PMS related symptoms. Try to include oats, brown rice, quinoa, buckwheat and millet into your period diet. When buying whole-grain bread, pasta and cereals, look for whole grains as the main ingredient.