Role of nutrition in managing the premenstrual tension syndromes.

摘要: The clinical, biochemical and endocrine effects of a total dietary program were evaluated in patients with the premenstrual tension syndromes (PMTS). consisted guidelines nutritional supplementation. Open trials suggested that an initial dosage supplement consisting six tablets daily gave best symptomatic relief during first three to months. Double-blind studies confirmed average decreased PMTS symptom scores significantly lower levels than did placebo. A higher percentage reported feeling better on those Although significant changes observed some liver function tests, values within normal ranges. program, implemented for months, serum estradiol 17-beta increased progesterone midluteal phase patients. Nonresponders using should be reevaluated treated according results reevaluation symptoms.