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From: ireland
Registered: Sep 2004

posted November 06, 2004 05:34 AM         

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Can anyone suggest a natural cure/cures for irritability and exhaustion, especially around period times. Anything herbal/bach flower etc etc would be appreciated. I am so bad at the moment, the sound of someone breathing would distress me. Thanks and appreciative of any suggestions. xx

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posted November 06, 2004 08:11 AM         

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Nothing soothes me more than an aromatherapy bath, particularly with a blend of lavender and chamomile oils. I like to turn off the lights, light a couple of candles, turn on a meditation cd or a cd of soothing, healing music, and soak in the bath for an hour.

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From: Ontario, Canada
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posted November 10, 2004 11:17 AM         

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Okay.... when thought of this, I also thought.. they won't take me seriously, this is something I typically would say... but seriously...

Orgasm.

However you must have one, have one. Or more.
Also exercise.
So basically, have vigorous sex.

Take two orgasms and call me in the morning.

*seriously... when your Uterus is preparing to shed its lining, there is congestion in the lower body, the hormones prostaglandin increasing, causing irritability and pain.... lots of other reasons...
sex/orgasm gets everything flowing. Relieves congestion, increases blood flow and improves mood.

Have fun with my prescription.

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From: Vancouver USA
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posted November 10, 2004 11:36 AM         

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Good advice, Pix

I've found the same to be true.

Sometimes I have very rough PMS. Sometimes I will just cry and cry with no reason. I can be pretty irritable too. For me, though, it is usually better as soon as my period comes... except for the cramping

My Midwife told me about Black Cohosh a long time ago. It is very helpful for female hormone stuff... menopause too. I've also read that it can induce lactation.

Black Cohosh will also make you go into labor at any stage of pregnancy, so it should be avoided if you intend on becoming pregnant. If there are no babies in your future, give it a try. It helps me a lot.

Also, try to avoid sugar and caffeine during these times. The only intensify the issue.

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posted November 10, 2004 11:39 AM         

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Pix, you would prescribe sex for anything, I know you! :smooch:

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posted November 10, 2004 11:55 AM         

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Helloooo ladies

Yup, it's true, make the most of the raised temperature round that time

Hey LS - Black Cohosh? I'll look into it. Also I've heard that avoiding wheat helps reduce pain.

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From: florida, usa
Registered: Nov 2001

posted November 11, 2004 02:53 AM         

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i think irritable is a sign of a high IQ. i cant help but think of advice on a 'big picture' level. hmm .. .i'm still trying to figure out where babies come from . ..

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From: white bear lake, MN, USA
Registered: Oct 2004

posted November 11, 2004 11:40 AM         

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I dont know, when Im on my moon cycle the last thing I wanna do is have sex.

Chocolate Milk works for me. Or a nice cup of chammomile tea with some honey in it.

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From: ireland
Registered: Sep 2004

posted November 11, 2004 01:20 PM         

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Thanks for the advice on irritability and yeah I agree with the orgasm thing, best feeling in the world hey? Thats my night sorted then and Pixie one you sound great are you a scorp, or if not whats your sign? Thanks again guys for your efforts, very appreciated xxxxxx

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From: Ontario, Canada
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posted November 11, 2004 01:46 PM         

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Was it the orgasm thing?
Yep.
Scorpio Sun, Mars, Uranus and N Node.
Libra Mercury and Pluto
Leo Ascendant and Saturn, Capricorn Moon,
Sagittarius Venus and Neptune
Taurus Jupiter
That's me.

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From: Ontario, Canada
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posted November 11, 2004 01:49 PM         

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Oh, and miss_apples? I didn't necessarily say "Have sex...." ( although that's pretty rocking too )

I said "Orgasm"

One can play alone or invite their friends .( or just a friend !)

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From: white bear lake, MN, USA
Registered: Oct 2004

posted November 12, 2004 02:13 AM         

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well you know, sex with other people isnt the only form of sex. I dont feel like the do it yourself method either during that time of the month...lol

Although Ive heard of people having an orgasm just by imagination with no physical contact of any kind what so ever. That would work.

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From: CA
Registered: Jul 2003

posted November 12, 2004 02:28 AM         

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tight jeans

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From: Vancouver USA
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posted November 12, 2004 02:38 AM         

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The Do It Yourself Method works just fine in the bath when Auntie Flo's come to town.

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posted November 12, 2004 11:50 AM         

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Complete B Vitamins decrease Cortisol in the system released by stress through the Adrenal glands. Too much Cortisol which is a hormone, can make you very tense and irritable. It also disturbs sleep and make you gain weight around your middle. B's help the body to excrete it through the urine. Stress if left unchecked can cause high blood pressure, heart disease and even Arthritis. Cortisol in excess is a toxin that causes the fat cells to expand and inflammation in and around the joints. B's support the nervous system and calm you down.

Good Luck.

Gia

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posted November 13, 2004 07:50 PM         

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How about seeing a gynecologist? Or it's not that bad?

Orgasms definitely helps like heck. And believe me, girl, you can "do it yourself" even it's that time of the month. Not just orgasms, when you're having sex you should also enjoy the sense of intimacy. A balanced, harmonious sex life makes every day a sunny day.

I agree with you, LibraSparkle, sugar and caffein should be avoided during periods, and thanks for the information on Black Cohosh.

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From: Vancouver USA
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posted November 13, 2004 11:51 PM         

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EB, Glad to be of service

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From: sleepy Rocky Mountain village
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posted November 15, 2004 02:26 AM         

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Gia,
what sort of dosage of B vitamins would you suggest?

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