The Effects of Diet and Exercise During the Menstrual Cycle on Energy Levels and Other Premenstrual Symptoms
Abstract
A woman experiences hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle (MC) that may have many effects on her daily life such as energy levels, mood, appetite, strength, and physical symptoms. However, a majority of studies are completed on men and then generalized to women creating a large gap in research. Therefore, this analysis on changes in the physiologic function during the MC aides to close this gap in research to improve the treatment of women with MC related symptoms and help women understand their body’s fluctuating nutritional and energy needs. Overall, there is evidence that the female body has differing dietary requirements and exercise levels during different phases of the MC due to fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone. Therefore, developing a diet and exercise program for women experiencing negative hormone-related symptoms such as during the premenstrual and menstrual phases may be a successful first step for healthcare providers.
The Effects of Diet and Exercise During the Menstrual Cycle on Energy Levels and Other Premenstrual Symptoms
A woman experiences hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle (MC) that may have many effects on her daily life such as energy levels, mood, appetite, strength, and physical symptoms. However, a majority of studies are completed on men and then generalized to women creating a large gap in research. Therefore, this analysis on changes in the physiologic function during the MC aides to close this gap in research to improve the treatment of women with MC related symptoms and help women understand their body’s fluctuating nutritional and energy needs. Overall, there is evidence that the female body has differing dietary requirements and exercise levels during different phases of the MC due to fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone. Therefore, developing a diet and exercise program for women experiencing negative hormone-related symptoms such as during the premenstrual and menstrual phases may be a successful first step for healthcare providers.