It is nearly inevitable. If you are a woman and reading this, chances are, you have experienced PMS at some point in your life. Some women choose to ignore it or suffer through it. Others choose to take OTC pain medications. And still others choose natural solutions to help them through.
Before I discovered natural solutions like essential oils, I relied heavily on OTC meds. Those meds, however, are not without side effects. Long-term use of ibuprofen increases the chances of cardiovascular effects, including heart attack and stroke, according to Drugs.com. All nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications can lead to hypertension or make existing hypertension worse. The medication can also cause kidney and gastrointestinal problems.
What is Premenstrual syndrome
(PMS) is a condition that affects a woman’s emotions, physical health, and behavior during certain days of the menstrual cycle, generally just before her menses. PMS is a very common condition. Its symptoms affect more than 90 percent of menstruating women.
The cause isn’t fully understood but likely involves changes in hormones during the menstrual cycle.
Symptoms include mood swings, tender breasts, food cravings, fatigue, irritability, and depression.
Lifestyle changes, natural solutions or even medications in certain circumstances, may reduce symptoms.
Natural options to help you navigate PMS
If you suffer from cramps every month, mood issues, inability to sleep well at night, stress etc. I discovered some powerful natural solutions that can help you. These oils and supplements have minimized my PMS symptoms so much that most months, I don’t even notice them anymore.
These products will balance your mood and your hormones during menstruation. Portions of this protocol came from Advanced Oil Magic, a reference book that I highly recommend if you want to learn more about using natural solutions for health & wellness.
CLARY CALM
This is the women’s monthly blend that helps you balance and regain composure. It’s like a miracle in a bottle for getting rid of cramps! It contains a combo of Clary Sage, Lavender, Bergamot, Roman Chamomile, Ylang Ylang, Cedarwood, Geranium, Fennel, Carrot Seed, Palmarosa, and Vitex essential oils. Use ClaryCalm on the lower abdomen over the ovaries and on pulse points.
bALANCE
As the name implies, this oil is doTERRA’s grounding blend. It offers a tranquil aroma suggesting harmony to the mind and body, and balance to the emotions. It contains a fabulous smelling combo of Spruce Leaf, Ho Wood Leaf, Frankincense Resin, Blue Tansy Flower, Blue Chamomile Flower, and Osmanthus Flower essential oils in a base of Fractionated Coconut Oil. Rub this oil behind your ears or on pulse points to balance your mood.
PHYTOESTROGEN
Beginning as a young adult, almost every function of a woman’s body is controlled by hormones. A balance of normal hormone levels will influence a woman’s good health and emotional well-being from her early teens to her transition through menopause. doTERRA Women Phytoestrogen Essential Complex is a blend of standardized plant phytoestrogens that support hormone balance gently and naturally. It also includes concentrated flax seed lignans to promote healthy metabolism. Eating right, exercising, and balancing hormone levels can help reduce uncomfortable issues associated with PMS and the transition through menopause, and will provide additional support for healthy bones, heart, breast tissue, and other body structures and function as a woman ages.
Pre- and peri-menopausal women, take one (1) to two (2) capsules daily with food or as needed. Post-menopausal women, take two (2) capsules daily with food, ideally formulated to be taken with doTERRA Women Bone Nutrient Essential Complex, doTERRA ClaryCalm® monthly essential oil blend, and Lifelong Vitality Pack.
BONE NUTRIENT COMPLEX
Beginning at an early age, women begin to build bone mass, reaching a maximum bone density in their late twenties. A diet rich in essential bone nutrients is critical during these early years of bone development, but food intake surveys suggest that women consume half the recommended amounts of calcium and other bone nutrients for optimal bone health. This deficiency is pronounced in teens who are less likely to eat right but who would benefit from increased bone nutrient consumption as their young bones are absorbing nutrients at a rate nearly double that of adult women.
As a woman ages, healthy bone mass and density becomes a more significant influencer of overall health and quality of life. Scientists agree that adequate calcium and vitamin D throughout life, as part of a well-balanced diet, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis.* Building strong bones through a woman’s formative years and maintaining bone mass and density as she ages are critical parts of a lifelong health strategy.
Take 2-4 capsules daily with food.
LIFELONG VITALITY PACK
As one of doTERRA’s most popular products, doTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack is full of essential nutrients, metabolism benefits, and powerful antioxidants designed to help promote energy, health, and lifelong vitality.
Primary Benefits:
- General wellness and vitality
- Antioxidant and DNA protection
- Energy metabolism
- Bone health
- Immune function
- Stress management
- Cardiovascular health
- Healthy hair, skin, and nails
- Eye, brain, nervous system
- Liver function and digestive health
- Lung and respiratory health
- Gentle on stomach
- Does not contain genetically modified material, dairy-free
ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS
The aforementioned products are my go-to but I do incorporate others as needed.
ADAPTIV
I use this one daily; not just when PMS strikes. Adaptiv Touch Calming Blend is an on-the-go solution to life’s stressful moments. Feelings of restlessness, being wound-up, or on edge happen to everyone from time to time and this oil can help. It is an incredible blend of Wild Orange, Lavender, Copaiba, Spearmint, Magnolia, Rosemary, Neroli, and Sweetgum in a base of Fractionated Coconut Oil.
SERENITY
This is our restful blend and I use it in my bedroom diffuser almost nightly. It is a delicious smelling combo of Lavender Flower, Cedarwood, Ho Wood Leaf, Ylang Ylang Flower, Marjoram Leaf, Roman Chamomile Flower, Vetiver Root, Vanilla Bean Absolute, Hawaiian Sandalwood.
PASTTENSE
If you experience any type of tension, from your head to your toes, this tension blend can help relieve it. With Wintergreen, Lavender, Peppermint, Frankincense, Cilantro, Marjoram, Roman Chamomile, Basil, and Rosemary, this fresh, minty blend has a soothing effect. PastTense provides an aroma of relaxation and tranquility. Apply to the neck, shoulders, or behind the ears and breathe in the cooling, comforting aroma of PastTense.
The next time you feel the discomfort of PMS knocking on your door, try some natural solutions to help get you through it. Follow the protocol for 1-2 weeks as needed. If you have any questions or concerns, I would be happy to schedule a time to chat with you. Please email me and we can get you scheduled.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.