Healthy happy you.
What do potato chips and chocolate have in common, other than both being super tasty? They are the top two foods women crave when experiencing bouts of PMS. According to research the cravings have nothing to do with nutrient deficiencies, but rather with brain chemistry. According to Judith Wurtman, Ph.D., a research scientist at MIT, It's a brain deficiency. It's a real phenomenon, Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Are you plagued with period pain, fatigue, or other symptoms that turn you into a zombie for the week? Get relief by upgrading your diet. Here, experts share the foods that can boost energy, beat cramps, banish moodiness, and more. Iron-Fortified Whole-Grain Cereal Many women, especially those who consume Read more
Three years ago I was diagnosed with PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) — it's sort of like PMS on overdrive, except way worse. Before the diagnosis I was embarrassed at how unstable I felt as my period approached, especially when all of my girlfriends seemed to be handling their PMS symptoms in a manageable way. My menstrual cycles were always preceded by feelings of severe depression, Read more
