Girls, Ladies, do you experience PMS binge eating issues and how to stop?

[Anonymous]

I know, just don't eat extra food. Easier said than done. I have this weird hormonal imbalance where a week or two before my period I want to eat everything and as much of it as possible- I supersize everything and I am constantly hungry and I never get full. Because of this, I overeat. Then right when I get my period, I have no desire to eat, eat a meal a day, and consequently lose any weight gain. I'm by no means overweight either, at all, but I'd rather NOT feel the need to overeat. Any ideas on how to control this hormone imbalance? I want to fix this naturally so I don't have to feel as if I'm "starving" myself by not overeating.

[Lolomon]

When you find out please let me know. I know that women are born to eat for two thats why we dont do well with being hungry even off our periods. But im sure their has to be something herbal that helps with urges during the time of the month. I know birth control doesn't stop cravings or side effects or periods. I don't know how old you are but when i get cravings and can't find somethings to fulfill that void , i turn to my boyfriend ans have sex. Since we are programmed to want to what ans gain weight for that bay we are supposed to have and want sex to get pregnant. I exchange that food craving for sex and ususally im satisfied afterwards

[9mfeo]

It's really better to ride the wave. If you're really hungry at times, it's probably because you have nutrient deficiencies. Pay attention to these cravings and do a quick search for what they could indicate.

[kkaml]

I experience this as well. For me it helps to go for a run. You didn't mention this, but I also experience large mood swings, so the exercise gives me endorphins to help with that, and it takes away my "hunger" (or cravings) for a while too :)

[Cheetahs]

I don't think you can , because PMS makes us want that. I always want unhealthy food, and that's not good. But you can condition yourself to not eat so much.

[Anonymous]

Whenever I'm craving food I have a tea or brush my teeth