Do you know what not to eat during PMS? Some foods can aggravate symptoms such as colic and stress, while others reduce them.
The symptoms of premenstrual tension, such as cramps, irritability, mood swings, bloating, migraines and depression, can be directly linked to a woman’s diet. With this in mind, to help you better cope with these symptoms, we have listed what not to eat during PMS, and also what is recommended for the period.
Among the list of what not to eat during PMS, there are mainly foods with a lot of salt, sugar and fats. Recommended for the premenstrual period are foods that contain omega 3, such as fish and seeds, as well as vegetables rich in water, which prevent fluid retention.
It is important to remember that vegetables and whole grains are essential to eat during PMS, in fact, they contain vitamin B6, magnesium and folic acid, which transform tryptophan into serotonin, thus helping with the feeling of well-being.
Foods not to eat during PMS, such as sausages, fried foods and caffeine, contribute to fluid retention and thus increase abdominal discomfort.
What not to eat during PMS
- Foods rich in salt, such as snacks, ultra-processed and canned foods. Since these foods retain water and make the body swell.
- Coffee – caffeine dehydrates the body and causes bloating.
- Red meat – can increase estrogen levels and worsen PMS symptoms.
- Foods high in sugar can cause tiredness and are unhealthy.
- Alcohol – Just like coffee, alcohol dehydrates the body, therefore causing bloating.
- Another food not to eat with PMS is fried foods and fatty items, as they can contain a lot of salt and saturated fat.
Although it is not recommended, we all know that during PMS it is almost impossible not to eat sugar. Therefore, it is recommended to only eat semi-sweet chocolates (70% cocoa).
What to eat during premenstruation
- Foods rich in omega 3, such as salmon, tuna, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, olive oil, avocado and almonds, help reduce abdominal, breast and headache pain during PMS.
- Plum, papaya and cereals help prevent abdominal discomfort.
- Pineapple, avocado, figs and parsley are diuretics, therefore, they help combat fluid retention.
So, what did you think of our article? Take the opportunity to also check out: Home remedies for colic – Tips that relieve menstrual pain.
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