Evidence supporting the use of: Calcium
For the health condition: PMS Type S
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Calcium is scientifically validated as a treatment for symptoms of PMS Type S (S stands for "Sugar Craving/Swelling," often characterized by fluid retention and bloating). Multiple randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials have demonstrated that calcium supplementation can significantly reduce both the physical and psychological symptoms of PMS, particularly those related to swelling, bloating, and mood swings. The evidence supporting calcium’s efficacy comes from studies such as Thys-Jacobs et al. (1998), where 1200 mg of calcium carbonate daily reduced PMS symptoms by nearly 50% compared to placebo. Proposed mechanisms include calcium’s influence on hormonal regulation and neurotransmitter synthesis, which may stabilize mood and reduce water retention by modulating parathyroid hormone and vitamin D metabolism.
Calcium is thought to help correct the subtle calcium deficiency or altered calcium metabolism seen in women with PMS. This in turn may reduce the severity of symptoms such as edema, breast tenderness, and food cravings. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) also recognizes calcium supplementation as a first-line non-pharmacological intervention for PMS. Overall, the recommendation to use calcium for PMS Type S is strongly supported by both high-quality clinical trials and consensus guidelines, making it one of the best-validated nutritional approaches for this condition.
Other health conditions supported by calcium
Acid IndigestionAnorexia
Broken Bones
Calcium Deficiency
Cramps (leg)
Cramps (menstrual)
Cramps and Spasms
Dysmenorrhea
Hypertension
Indigestion
Insomnia
Menopause
Menstrual Irregularity
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Osteoporosis
PMS (general)
PMS Type A
PMS Type C
PMS Type D
PMS Type H
PMS Type P
PMS Type S
Pregnancy (herbs and supplements for)
Sleep (restless and disturbed)
Teeth (loose)
Tooth Decay
Tooth Extraction
Products containing calcium
Nature's Sunshine Love and Peas (Sugar Free Original Formula)
Nature's Sunshine AIVIA Clean Energy
Nature's Sunshine AIVIA Hydrate
Nature's Sunshine AIVIA MCT Powder
Nature's Sunshine AIVIA Plant Protein
Nature's Sunshine AIVIA Plant Protein
Nature's Sunshine AIVIA Whey Protein
Nature's Sunshine AIVIA Whey Protein
Nature's Sunshine Balanced B Complex (Vitamin B)
Nature's Sunshine Bilberry Fruit (Concentrate)
Nature's Sunshine Estro-Assured (Formerly Breast Assured)
Nature's Sunshine Calcium-Magnesium (SynerPro)
Nature's Sunshine Calcium Plus Vitamin D
Nature's Sunshine Chromium-GTF
Nature's Sunshine Coral Calcium
Nature's Sunshine Coral Calcium
Nature's Sunshine Iron (Chelated)
Nature's Sunshine Love and Peas (Sugar Free) NEW!
Nature's Sunshine Love and Peas
Nature's Sunshine Magnesium
Nature's Sunshine Mega-Chel
Nature's Sunshine MultiVitamin & Mineral (SynerPro)
Nature's Sunshine MultiVitamin & Mineral (Time Release)
Nature's Sunshine Natural Changes
Nature's Sunshine Nature's Harvest
Nature's Sunshine Power Balance Pouch
Nature's Sunshine Power Balance To Go Packs
Nature's Sunshine Power Meal Chocolate
Nature's Sunshine Power Meal Vanilla
Nature's Sunshine Sea Calcium (Nature's)
Nature's Sunshine Skeletal Strength
Nature's Sunshine Solstic Twenty-Four
Nature's Sunshine Solstic Revive
Nature's Sunshine Stixated
Nature's Sunshine Stomach Comfort (Chewable)
Nature's Sunshine Structural System (30 Day Program)
Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental
Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental (Without Iron)
Nature's Sunshine Super Trio
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin B6
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin C Ascorbates
Nature's Sunshine Chewable Vitamin C
Nature's Sunshine Citrus Bioflavonoids (Vitamin C)
Nature's Sunshine VitaWave
Nature's Sunshine Zinc
