Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) affects over 90% of women and can cause back pain, headache, fatigue, mood changes, anxiety, digestive distress, and more. Sometimes, common home remedies like pain medication or yoga don't cut it, and an alternative treatment to try is cannabidiol, AKA CBD.
In a 2019 study on women with endometriosis, CBD was rated as the most effective treatment for menstrual pain. CBD has analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects that can be effective in treating both acute and chronic pain, and using CBD and other cannabis products can also help with the mental and emotional effects of PMS.
If PMS gives you mood swings, irritability, stress, fatigue, or depression, CBD's most popular use as an antidepressant and stress-reliever may interest you. Using CBD products can lower your anxiety levels, improve your mood, and even help you manage insomnia if you have trouble sleeping before or during your period.
Lastly, CBD may offer relief from nausea, cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting, and is available in many types of products; the most straightforward is CBD oil, but you can also try edibles such as gummies. All in all, CBD is worth trying, but it’s always important to check with your doctor first to make sure consumption is safe for you.