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Magnesium & our menstrual cycle- what’s the link?

Magnesium is a superstar when it comes to managing symptoms of PMS, and yet up to 2/3rds of the general population aren’t consuming enough! 🥬🍫🍌

Some researchers propose that magnesium may work to alleviate PMS by calming the nervous system and by normalizing the actions of different hormones (mainly progesterone) on the central nervous system⚡️

It may also help to curb period cramps in some people, by relaxing the smooth muscle of the uterus and by reducing the prostaglandins that cause period pain 🩸

Given it’s benefits, magnesium rich foods form an important part of your diet.

Swipe for some foods to include for a magnesium boost 👉🏽

Some other magnesium rich foods include:
-pumpkin seeds
-sesame seeds
-tofu
-lentils, beans and chickpeas
-whole grains
-bananas

Have you found any benefits of magnesium on the symptoms of PMS? Let us know in the comments!

HAPPY IWD to all of the incredible women in our community.

We are blessed to be surrounded by so many intelligent, compassionate and dedicated souls, who push boundaries and challenge biases 365 days a year.

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While it might feel like it sometimes, navigating Endo in the medical system, you are not invisible.

A very important reminder for Endo Awareness Month 💛💛