Lets back up a second.
Just take it in for a second: PMS is not necessary.
Monthly kill-me-now cramps, balloon-like bloating, roller coaster mood swings, and seemingly insatiable cravings are.
So why is PMS considered such a thing?
And why do so many women have it?
In a word: hormones.
Food has an undeniable, direct, tangible influence on all of your bodys functionsincluding menstruation.
Check out my list of the foods that could be sabotaging your success.
Soy
It may have a healthy-ish reputation, but not all soy is created equal.
White potatoes
Yes, French fries count.
Consider starchy foods the same as sugar as far as your body is concerned.
GMO foods grown with pesticides
If youre not buying organic, its time to start.
Just making this one switch can have a significant impact on your health in a matter of weeks.
Many still cause the same disruptive blood sugar spikes and crashes.
What to eat
Leafy greens
Kale is hot and trendy for a reason!
It contains indole-3 carbinol, a powerful hormone balancer that promotes proper estrogen metabolism.
Its also found in all other members of the brassica family of greens.
Try it: Thiscleansing kale saladwith cilantro tahini dressing takes just minutes to throw together.
Sweet potatoes
See, I told you youd get your potato fix!
Try it: Thisbone broth hot chocolatewill blow your mind.
We’re not joking.
Don’t ask questions, just try it.
Chickpeas
The B6 in chickpeas helpsboost progesterone,combatting stress and other period-related issues.
Try it: Thesecrunchy, spicy chickpeaswill knock out any potato chip craving and help with your hormones.
