Everything about women's health

Hormonal fireworks cause emotional turbulence

Overjoyed, heartbroken—the days leading up to your period are often accompanied by mood swings, but also pain. But don't worry, Mother Nature is on hand to help.

What really works

Abdominal cramps, water retention, breast tenderness and depressive moods – the list of symptoms that signal premenstrual syndrome is long.

Why periods cause problems

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a complex interplay of hormonal, neurological and physiological factors.