PMS Isn’t Just Cramping: The Real Signs Your Hormones Are Off
If you dread your period not just for the cramps, but for the total emotional spiral that hits days before it—this one’s for you.
We’ve been trained to expect bloating, irritability, mood swings, and sore boobs like they’re just part of womanhood. But let’s be real: if you’re losing sleep, crying over crumbs, or hating your life 7 days out of the month… something’s off. And it’s probably your hormones.
What PMS Actually Is (and Why It’s a Clue, Not a Curse)
PMS isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s your body waving a red flag. Premenstrual symptoms are driven by hormonal shifts, especially in estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol. When those hormones get out of balance? Your nervous system, mood, metabolism, and sleep all feel it.
Signs Your PMS Is Really a Hormone Imbalance
- You’re emotionally spiraling pre-period. Anger, anxiety, low motivation—your serotonin is crashing with your hormones.
- Your boobs hurt like hell. This is a major estrogen dominance symptom. High estrogen = more breast tissue sensitivity.
- You gain 3–5 pounds overnight. Thanks to estrogen-driven fluid retention and cortisol-fueled cravings.
- You’re wired and tired. Cortisol is rising while progesterone drops—leaving you frazzled and foggy.
- Your sleep falls apart. Progesterone normally calms you down. Without it, hello restlessness and 3am scrolls.
What’s *Actually* Happening in Your Hormones
In the luteal phase (after ovulation), estrogen dips, progesterone should rise, and cortisol stays balanced. But when:
- Estrogen stays high
- Progesterone is low (or blocked by stress)
- Cortisol spikes from burnout, poor sleep, or blood sugar crashes
...your body enters survival mode. And that shows up as PMS.
How to Actually Feel Human Before Your Period
1. Support Estrogen Detox
Your liver and gut help clear excess estrogen. Ingredients like DIM and calcium-D-glucarate keep things flowing and reduce PMS symptoms like irritability, bloat, and breast tenderness.
Not Today, Estrogen includes both—plus magnesium for mood and nervous system calm.
2. Balance Cortisol, Especially Pre-Period
Chronic stress and cortisol spikes block progesterone, worsen cravings, and mess with sleep. Rhodiola and Shilajit help buffer the stress response and support a calmer, steadier mood.
Cortisol, Who? is your go-to for this.
3. Build Your PMS Ritual
Cycle syncing isn’t just for TikTok. Try this:
- Focus on protein + fiber to balance blood sugar
- Do calming workouts (walking, Pilates, mobility)
- Unfollow chaos, block your ex, cancel that late-night coffee
The Period Isn’t the Problem—Your Hormones Are Just Tired
You weren’t meant to suffer through every cycle. PMS isn’t just about cramps. It’s a message. And now, you’ve got the tools to respond.
Support Your Cycle with Alori
- Not Today, Estrogen: Eases PMS mood swings, bloat, and hormonal tension
- Cortisol, Who?: Reduces stress-induced PMS and emotional burnout
- Balanced Baddie Bundle: Your cycle’s secret weapon
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