May Reduce PMS Symptoms in Combination with Calcium

Many women have a range of symptoms during their menstrual cycle. Anxiety, cramps, soreness, mood changes, and even sadness are examples. Early study suggests that combining manganese and calcium may help alleviate premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms.

One short research of ten women found that individuals with low manganese levels in their blood suffered higher pain and mood-related symptoms during menstruation, regardless of calcium intake. However, it is unclear if this impact is due to manganese, calcium, or a combination of the two.