Summary
2. How do I know if I suffer from PMS?
3. What are the causes of PMS?
4. Natural solutions that really relieve (and why they work)
6. Your frequently asked questions
1. What is PMS?
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), also called premenstrual disorders or symptoms before menstruation, refers to a set of physical and emotional manifestations that occur between 2 and 14 days before menstruation.
These symptoms usually disappear when menstruation begins. Their intensity varies greatly from one woman to another.
The most common:
- Fatigue or loss of energy
- Cramps, lower abdominal pain
- Painful or swollen breasts
- Irritability, anxiety, amplified emotions
- Bloating, constipation
- Sleep disturbances
- Sweet or salty cravings
According to ACOG, more than 75% of women of reproductive age experience these symptoms, often without linking them to PMS.
Keep in mind that everyone is different; the durations of the different phases can vary. The diagram below shows an "average" duration of the hormonal cycle, but it can last between 21 and 35 days.
2. How do I know if I suffer from PMS?
It is not always easy to put a word on what you feel at the end of the cycle. Yet, some signs consistently return:
- Symptoms appear before menstruation, often between day -10 and day -3, and then fade.
- They return every month, often at the same times.
- They can be physical (tension, pain, swelling) or emotional (hypersensitivity, frustration, anxiety).
- They harm your energy, mood, and relational well-being.
- You feel like you are not completely yourself, repeatedly.
👉 If you recognize yourself in several of these elements, it is likely that you suffer from more or less pronounced PMS.
3. What are the causes of PMS?
PMS is neither a coincidence nor a body malfunction. It is a response to temporary imbalances that can be better understood — and supported.
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Hormonal fluctuations
In the luteal phase (after ovulation), progesterone drops, which can influence serotonin (the well-being hormone). -
Micronutrient deficiencies
A deficiency in magnesium, B6, calcium, or zinc can increase pain, nervousness, water retention, or body tension. -
Chronic inflammation
A diet too high in sugar or processed foods, combined with chronic stress, creates an inflammatory environment conducive to pain. -
Individual neuro-hormonal sensitivity
Some women react more intensely to cycle variations. This is not a weakness: it is a sensitivity to be welcomed and supported.
4. Natural solutions that really relieve (and why they work)
Rather than "silencing" symptoms with synthetic hormones, we can choose to listen to the body and support it naturally.
Here are the most useful active ingredients and how they specifically work in the body.
Magnesium bisglycinate
- It soothes the nervous system, relaxes the muscles, and regulates mood.
- It reduces the production of prostaglandins responsible for cramps.
- It improves sleep quality.
Why does it work? Because magnesium stabilizes neurotransmitters related to stress (like GABA) and reduces the frequent nervous hyperexcitability in the premenstrual phase.
Vitamin B6
- It helps synthesize dopamine, serotonin, and melatonin.
- It supports emotional balance and the metabolism of sex hormones.
Why does it work? Because it acts directly on the brain, modulating emotions, appetite, sleep, and stress response.
Evening primrose (GLA)
- It provides essential fatty acids (omega-6) that support anti-inflammatory prostaglandins.
- It regulates natural hormonal balance.
Why does it work? Because its GLA is converted into substances that soothe the uterus, reduce pain, and promote a more stable cycle.
Saffron
- It acts on neurotransmitters, especially serotonin.
- It has a natural antidepressant and anti-inflammatory effect.
Why does it work? Because its compounds (crocin, safranal) act as mood modulators, without side effects.
Lemon balm
- It calms the digestive system, relieves spasms, and soothes the mind.
- It is known to promote more restorative sleep.
Why does it work? Because it is a plant that acts on several levels: digestion, nervousness, internal tensions.
5. Focus on Comfy Cycle
Comfy Cycle is the supplement designed to help live the days before the period with more serenity.
Its formula combines:
- Lemon balm: soothing, digestive, relaxing
- Evening primrose: hormonal regulator, pain relief
- Saffron: mood balance
- Vitamin B6 + zinc: support for the nervous and hormonal system
Customer testimonial:
"Since I started taking Comfy Cycle gummies, my cycles are more regular, my pain less intense, and my mood swings have significantly decreased."
6. Your frequently asked questions
When does PMS start?
-> Generally between 5 and 10 days before the period, during the luteal phase.
What is the difference between PMS and PMDD?
-> PMDD is a severe form of PMS, with disabling mood disorders. It affects 5 to 8% of women.
Can PMS really be relieved without hormones?
-> Yes, by combining plants, micronutrients, anti-inflammatory diet, gentle movement, and active rest.
What are the aggravating factors?
-> Chronic stress, sugar, endocrine disruptors, lack of sleep, or digestive inflammation.
7. And after?
PMS is neither a myth nor a fatality. It is a signal from the body — and there are natural, simple, effective responses.
By understanding the mechanisms at play and supporting the body with well-chosen active ingredients, this period can be experienced with more comfort, stability, and gentleness.
At Isis Superfood, we deeply believe in a respectful approach to the cycle.
Comfy Cycle is one of its pillars — designed to support women consciously and naturally.
