Premenstrual Syndrome: Ayurvedic Treatment, Causes & Natural Remedies

Condition associated with disturbed rasa dhatu causing water retention, breast tenderness, and heaviness before menstruation.

Last updated: March 31, 2026

Premenstrual Syndrome and Rasa Dhatu

A woman in her premenstrual period who develops symptoms of water retention, tender swollen breasts, and a feeling of heaviness has her rasa dhatu adversely affected. Premenstrual syndrome and premenopausal syndrome are both associated with rasa dhatu disturbance.

For PMS and premenopausal conditions, 500 mg shatavari with guduchi aids the transformation of unprocessed rasa dhatu into processed rasa. If there is excess vata in rasa dhatu causing pain during ovulation, one tablespoon of aloe vera gel with a pinch of black pepper will kindle rasa agni and help normalize ovulation.

Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Chapter Five: Dhatus Part I (Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa)

Recommended Herbs for Premenstrual Syndrome

Cherry Buchanania latifolia Roxb. Priyala (Chironji) is a moderate-sized deciduous tree found in the dry forests of Central India. The seed kernel is the edible part, widely used as a dry fruit in Indian sweets and cooking. The kernel is sweet, nutritive, oily and aphrodisiac. The oil from kernels (Chironji oil) is used as a substitute for olive oil and almond oil. It is nourishing and strengthening. The fruit is eaten fresh and the kernel is expensive and valued. The bark is astringent. Chemical analysis shows the kernel contains 50-52% oil and significant protein. Dose: Kernel as food; oil externally. Verse: 28.

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