Effects of magnesium supplementation on premenstrual symptoms: a randomised double-blind crossover study
Facchinetti F, Borella P, Sances G, Fioroni L, Nappi RE, Genazzani AR
Published in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Methodology
Randomised double-blind placebo-controlled crossover trial of magnesium pyrrolidone carboxylic acid in women with premenstrual syndrome.
Key Findings
Magnesium reduced premenstrual mood changes and fluid-retention symptoms compared with placebo.
Conclusions
Magnesium offers modest relief of premenstrual mood and bloating symptoms.
Limitations
Small, dated trial; single centre.
Supplements Studied
Magnesium reduced premenstrual mood changes and fluid-retention symptoms compared with placebo
Outcomes Measured
Magnesium reduced premenstrual mood changes and fluid-retention symptoms compared with placebo
Study Details
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