Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential trace element for cellular homeostasis; it seems that its presence in food is quite widespread, especially in vegetables, and in physiological conditions there are no known food deficiencies; the deficit (induced or in any case secondary to other disorders) of magnesium it manifests itself with an "alteration of the metabolism of calcium, sodium and potassium, which results in muscle weakness, impaired heart function and tetanic crises.
In healthy subjects, the recommended magnesium ration is about 3 or 4.5 mg / kg, however, it has emerged that mild magnesium deficiencies can be completely asymptomatic and that, at times, its supplementation can reduce symptoms related to PMS. and especially the soreness associated with breast swelling.
Premenstrual syndrome
PMS is characterized by a set of symptoms that typically occur in the second phase of the cycle; among these there are physical, psychic, and behavioral alterations. The triggering factors are likely to be multiple: hormonal, dietary (probably including magnesium deficiency), metabolic and neurotransmission.
The diagnosis of premenstrual syndrome is made through the detection, in the 5 days preceding the flow, of some somatic and psychoaffective signs; they must occur for at least 3 consecutive cycles and must be completely absent between the 4th and 12th day of the cycle. Obviously, the onset of symptoms must affect the person's lifestyle and occur regardless of alcohol, medication and drug intake.
