Essential Fatty Acids and Premenstrual Syndrome Relief

A recent study published in Reproductive Health suggests that supplementation with essential fatty acids (EFA) can result in improved symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). In this study, 120 women were randomly assigned to one of three groups: 1-gram EFA, 2-grams EFA, or placebo (mineral oil) for 6 months. PMS symptoms were recorded by the women using the Prospective Record of the Impact and Severity of Menstruation (PRISM) calendar. After 180 days of treatment with EFA or placebo, the results showed a significant difference between the treatment and placebo groups. Furthermore, improvement in symptoms was higher when the 2-gram dose of EFA was used. This study adds to the already growing base of evidence for the importance and use of EFA.

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