I'm crazy or it's the hormones.

Women undergo several changes over the course of the month. Understand why and how to deal with these changes. One day you're happy, another just thinks about crying. There are those days of much irritation and so many others in which your mood swings at every moment. Strange as it may seem, it is normal for women to go through these changes every month because of hormonal changes. 1 - Progesterone: Hormonal fluctuations constantly interfere with the woman's mood, libido and generate various physical symptoms. But it is in the premenstrual period that they most feel the negative aspects of these changes. "The elevation of progesterone in the blood causes irritability, depressed mood, easy crying, drowsiness, decreased libido, pain and swelling in the breasts and legs." Progesterone is also attributed to the manifestations of so-called premenstrual tension (PMS). 2-Estrogen: It is another female hormone, it is responsible for making the woman more willing and with the sensation of being alert, more active. It is he who remains low after menopause. "Over the years, the woman's ova diminish, so there are changes in the duration of the menstrual cycle (which becomes irregular). It also decreases the concentration of estrogen and this causes the onset of hot flashes (perimeter heat waves sleep disturbances and discouragement.

3- Testosterone: In addition to progesterone and estrogen, the male hormone testosterone, is also present in the body of women, but in small amount. "It is especially important to promote wellness, physical disposition and increased libido." 4- How to not go crazy: First, it is important to understand that these changes in the woman's body are normal. However, if they get in the way of work, relationships with their children and their husbands and make them feel bad, do not neglect medical follow-up. Doing this is acting wisely. And know that you can control some negative symptoms. Try to adopt and practice physical exercises and activities that move away from the stress of the day, which can interfere in a positive way in your cycle. Proper and balanced nutrition helps and prevents excess sweets and caffeine. Source: FM - USP.