Stop Letting Your Period Control Your Life | PMS & PMDD

(TW: This video contains mentions of suicidal feelings)Do you ever feel like you turn into a totally different person right before your period, crying over silly things, snapping at people you love, or feeling so low you can’t function? You’re not ‘being dramatic’. There are real chemical and neurological reasons PMS and PMDD hit some women much harder than others.If your luteal phase brings brain fog, anxiety, impulsive decisions, cravings, or days where you can’t get out of bed, this video will help you understand what’s actually happening in your brain. And more importantly, what you can do to feel better: simple and science-backed tools to get your life back.I’m Faye, a doctor based in London, and every week I cover women’s health topics to help you live a happier, healthier life.*21:40: Correction regarding calorie intake during menstruation - an extra 50–70 calories per day.Links to subscribe / follow:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/her-discussions-by-dr-faye/id1835829612Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5viLYizHD4Zy6J42iqtPRoCan I ask you a BIG favour? 💙Please leave a review or rating. It helps us grow the podcast and bring you more amazing guests.Share with someone who needs this; it might help them live a happier, healthier life.Follow us on social media or join the broadcast channel to send us your questions for our guests. I'll leave the link here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA==https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA==🛑 Disclaimers & legal:This podcast is for educational / informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. All opinions are those of the speaker(s).