Every week, for our ‘Food High Five’ series, we’re going to talk about food that has great health benefits.
This week, we’re looking at foods that are good for that time of the month.
Nuts
Nuts, such as walnuts and almonds, are rich in magnesium which helps to keep your period regular in terms of duration and flow.
Milk
Calcium is said to help relieve cramps which is why consuming milk, yoghurt and other dairy products is a good move.
Cereal
Eating wholegrain cereals or other wholegrain food products have been found to combat the symptoms of PMS including fatigue.
Chicken
Because your iron levels reduce during that time of the month, it’s important to restock with foods including chicken, beans and leafy green vegetables.
Chocolate
Some say it’s nonsense but we like to think that having chocolate, which does contain mood-boosting antioxidants, at that time of the month does make you feel better.
