10 Common PMS Symptoms—and What to Do About Them Naturally

July 24, 2025

If your period shows up with physical pain, emotional overwhelm, or mood swings that hijack your week, you’re not alone. PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) is common—but it’s not something you have to suffer through.

Here are the top 10 signs your body is sending you that it needs support—and the best ways to respond naturally:

1. Mood Swings and Irritability

Feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster every month? Fluctuating estrogen and progesterone affect serotonin and GABA, leading to sudden mood shifts.

2. Fatigue and Low Energy

Struggling to get through the day? PMS-related hormone drops can deplete energy—especially if you’re also low in key nutrients like magnesium or B vitamins.

3. Bloating and Water Retention

That “puffy” feeling is often due to hormonal imbalance affecting your fluid regulation and digestion.

4. Breast Tenderness

Sore, swollen breasts are linked to estrogen dominance and poor detoxification before your period.

5. Headaches or Migraines

Hormonal shifts, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies can all contribute to PMS-related headaches.

6. Cramps and Pelvic Pain

Excess prostaglandins and inflammation can intensify uterine contractions, leading to more severe cramping.

7. Anxiety or Feeling On Edge

You may feel hypersensitive, restless, or panicked—often linked to low progesterone and magnesium levels.

8. Acne and Breakouts

Estrogen dominance and poor detox can trigger skin flare-ups in the days leading up to your period.

9. Food Cravings or Sugar Binges

Craving chocolate, salt, or carbs? Your body may be trying to self-regulate mood and blood sugar fluctuations.

10. Trouble Sleeping

Low progesterone and high cortisol can make it hard to fall or stay asleep in your luteal phase (the 1–2 weeks before your period).

Natural Relief with Functional PMS Support

You can reduce PMS symptoms without the pill or synthetic hormones. Here’s your core supplement toolkit, handpicked by Dr. Olz:

Chasteberry Plus

Supports healthy progesterone levels and eases mood swings, breast pain, and cycle irregularity.

Ultra Potent-C 1000

High-absorption vitamin C to reduce inflammation and support adrenal resilience before your period.

Mag Glycinate

Relaxes muscles, calms the nervous system, and reduces cramps, anxiety, and poor sleep.

Omegagenics® EPA-DHA

Anti-inflammatory omega-3s that support mood, hormone balance, and reduce breast tenderness and bloating.

All available at Ask Dr Olz’s supplement store.

Tired of Dreading Your Period? Let’s Change That

Your body is speaking. Let’s listen—and support it with a custom plan for hormonal balance and peace of mind.

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👉 Or book a virtual consult with Dr. Olz for your personalized hormone reset plan.

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