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All proven supplements ranked for:

PMS Symptoms

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can involve a wide range of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that occur during the menstrual cycle. Common symptoms include mood changes, irritability, fatigue, cramps, and discomfort. Researchers have investigated numerous supplements for their ability to support comfort, mood, and wellbeing during the premenstrual period. The supplements below are ranked according to the strength of the evidence and their expected impact on PMS symptoms.

XP combines how reliable the research is with how much difference it usually makes. Read more.

Reliable Impact

Limited Impact

Moderate Impact

High Impact

Saffron

Saffron is a spice harvested from the dried stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower

Goal Impact

50

XP

Calcium

Calcium is found in dairy and leafy greens; vitamin D is made from sunlight and found in oily fish

Goal Impact

30

XP

Magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral found in nuts, seeds, whole grains, and leafy greens

Goal Impact

30

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