Every month, it’s the same thing: a few days before your period, fatigue sets in, irritability rises, and cramps begin to make themselves known. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is often presented as something to endure. It doesn’t have to be. Natural solutions exist to help you regain genuine comfort throughout your cycle.
Understanding premenstrual syndrome
PMS encompasses a range of physical and emotional symptoms that occur during the luteal phase of the cycle - the 1 to 2 weeks before your period. It affects between 20 and 40% of women of childbearing age to varying degrees.
The most common symptoms include cramps and abdominal pain, bloating, tender breasts, fatigue, irritability, mood swings, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating. In more severe cases, it is referred to as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
The main cause is a hormonal imbalance: after ovulation, estrogen levels drop while progesterone fluctuates. This variation disrupts neurotransmitters, particularly serotonin - which explains its effects on mood and sleep.
Natural solutions for managing PMS better
Diet plays an important role. Reducing sugar, caffeine, and alcohol during the premenstrual phase can ease emotional fluctuations. Increasing your intake of magnesium (nuts and seeds, legumes, dark chocolate), vitamin B6 (poultry, oily fish, bananas), and calcium helps regulate nervous and muscle tension.
Regular physical activity is one of the best-documented interventions for reducing PMS symptoms. It stimulates the production of endorphins and regulates cortisol.
Adaptogenic herbs are a particularly interesting option. Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine, has phytoestrogenic properties: its steroidal saponins mimic the action of estrogen, helping restore hormonal balance. Lady's mantle is known to help regulate the menstrual cycle and reduce the pain typically experienced during the cycle.
Choosing the right supplement for menstrual comfort
An effective PMS supplement should work on several levels: supporting hormonal balance, easing physical discomfort (cramps, tension), and stabilizing emotional well-being. Single-ingredient solutions (e.g., magnesium alone) are often insufficient to address the full range of symptoms.
When you take it is also important: to act on PMS, you should start the course 1 week before your period and continue throughout your period. For a lasting effect on hormonal balance, a minimum 3-cycle course is recommended.
The Epycure solution for menstrual comfort
The Epycure Menstrual Comfort Course has been formulated to target both physical pain and the emotional imbalances associated with the cycle. Its key ingredient is shatavari (Asparagus racemosus, 135 mg/day), an adaptogenic herb with phytoestrogenic and anti-inflammatory properties that works on three levels: hormonal rebalancing, pain reduction, and emotional stability.
The formula combines:
- Lady's mantle (100 mg/day) - helps regulate the menstrual cycle and reduce the pain typically experienced during the cycle
- Magnesium (56.25 mg/day) - contributes to normal psychological function and helps reduce fatigue; promotes muscle relaxation to relieve cramps
- Vitamin B6 (1.4 mg/day, 100% of the NRV) - contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity and the normal functioning of the nervous system
- Zinc (5 mg/day) - supports nervous system function and helps you better manage emotional tension
The formula contains 99.6% ingredients of natural origin, with no hormones or endocrine disruptors, made in France, and B Corp certified. Vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, and GMO-free.
Directions for use: 1 capsule per day, starting 1 week before the beginning of your period and continuing throughout your period. A minimum 3-cycle course is recommended for a deep effect on hormonal balance.
Results from the Lab'Epycure study (31 women, 3 cycles): 74% reported a reduction in their discomfort, particularly abdominal cramps, and 72% felt more in control of their emotions.
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In summary
PMS is linked to real hormonal fluctuations - not excessive sensitivity. Eating well, exercising regularly, and supporting your body with targeted natural ingredients (shatavari, lady's mantle, magnesium, B6) can significantly transform your experience of the cycle. Month after month, your body can learn to regain its balance.
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