found this at this one website .
http://www.beinggirl.com.sg

abt PMS . useful info . check it out yeah . haghaha .


What is PMS?
PMS stands for ‘Pre-Menstrual Syndrome’
- it’s the combination of symptoms that some girls suffer from a week or so before their period. Symptoms peak just before you come on but disappear during your period. Affecting both body and brain, their intensity can also vary wildly from person to person. The symptoms normally include:
;; Cramps
;; Breast tenderness
;; Headaches
;; Backaches
;; Bloating
;; Mood swings
;; Mild depression



What causes PMS?
i) Hormones.
Your hormone levels throughout the menstrual cycle hit highs and lows.
This affects your brain and the signals it transmits to the body which can cause or contribute to PMS.

ii) Brain chemistry.
Some experts claim that lack of a brain chemical, serotonin, results in PMS, and in extreme cases, depression.

iii) Thyroid problems.
If your thyroid gland malfunctions, you’ll experience PMS-style symptoms – so make sure your doctor establishes exactly where the problem lies.

iv) Vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
Vitamins B6 and D and minerals like calcium and magnesium are thought to reduce symptoms of PMS – a daily vitamin supplement is a bright idea.




How do you know it's PMS

Boys may scoff at menstrual stroppiness but PMS is a real condition caused by chemical imbalances – so it deserves a little more of their sympathy!
But be warned – don’t become one of those girls who uses PMS as the ‘multi-purpose excuse’ whenever they feel like it. ( ppl like me use this excuse cos we cnt be bothered tuh EXPLAIN tuh others whats going on . L0L )

Use it all the time and sympathy will soon be in short supply.
To work out when you’re really suffering it makes sense to keep a journal or calendar record of your symptoms and rate their severity.
If you feel rotten for only the 3-10 days before your period and recover as soon as you come on it’s likely you’re suffering PMS.
If you experience symptoms for any longer perhaps puberty is just giving you a rough time.
Double-check with your doctor that nothing else is amiss and then do your best to struggle.


Coping with PMS
Some girls hardly suffer PMS but if you’re not so lucky read on for advice on relieving the symptoms.


;; Diet.
Try to eat a balanced diet. Good tips are to avoid caffeine and alcohol and make sure you get enough whole grains, fruit and vegetables.

;; Exercise.
Don’t skip sport – it’ll lift your mood and make you sleep like a baby.

;; Sleep.
Try to get 8 hours of shut-eye a night.

;; Stress.
Steer clear of high-stress situations and be sure to schedule plenty of time for R&R. Take a bath, take up yoga or put on your best tunes to unwind. If all else fails, don’t be afraid to ask for help – your doctor, nurse or school councillor will know the best way to beat those PMS blues. You can also visit the following website for essential advice and info.

;; National Association for Premenstral Syndrome.
This organisation helps increase awareness of PMS and hormone-related ill health. It provides both women and men with reliable information, guidance and support to improve diagnosis and treatment.





omg they make PMS so serious eh .
still got some organisation for it leh . WAH SEH .
and below >> some myths and the facts abt . i dunno . jes read lah . L0L

Number 1:
Virgins shouldn’t wear tampons

Total myth!
The only way to lose your virginity is by having sex; it is not affected by your choice of period protection. So there’s no reason why you should not use them before you’re sexually active.


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[ this shocked me . ]
Number 2:
You can't get pregnant during your period.

Total myth!
Well, it's unlikely but it's not impossible - particularly in the middle of the menstrual cycle. Don't risk it and remember that unprotected sex also exposes you to a host of sexually-transmitted diseases.

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[ whoever said this is stupid -.- hahaaas ] [ and the way they said 99.99% . funny lahr . haaa ]
When u snog u can get pregnant.
Total Myth:
If this were true 99.99% of all teens would be pregnant right now!!

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The age at which you're legally allowed to have sex is known as the age of consent and differs from country to country.
In Singapore, it's 16 years old.

Of course, once you hit 16, you're legally old enough to have sex - except with someone who's in a position of trust over you like teachers, guardians and doctors. But the minute you finish blowing out your birthday candles don't think you have to throw yourself straight into a wild sexual free-for-all. If you feel you're not ready don't rush into anything and be strong enough to stand by your decision.









thats all . hahaha !
thr s much much more info if u go thr urself
so . yups . enjoy . lols .