Although there is conflicting evidence with respect to the effectiveness of herbal remedies for PMS, the mood swings, headaches, bloating, breast tenderness and other symptoms associated with PMS drive many women to use them. Chasteberry seems to ease breast pain, and this along with St. John’s wort can be helpful for relieving depression, anxiety, and cravings. According to John Sanfilippio, MD, professor at the University of Pittsburgh, “The problem is a lack of well-designed studies…we just don’t have robust research we would like.” In addition to effectiveness, there are also questions about the safety of some herbal supplements, and patients are encouraged to talk with their doctors prior to using them.
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