When I was first diagnosed with PMDD, I tried everything. I went to multiple doctors. I played "medication Russian Roulette", randomly trying different types of birth control and antidepressants. Plus, I felt like I was on the mental health equivalent of the Bachelorette, speed dating therapists searching for the right fit. 

You may have stumbled across this article by googling, "Is there a cure for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)?"  I'm guessing the search results felt both over- and under-whelming.

Overwhelming due to the amount of conflicting information available. For example, you're probably seeing mixed information in forums about what works and what doesn't.  One peson will post what worked miracles for them and then countless people will comment that they tried it and it did NOTHING.  From reading those comments, perhaps you're realizing that there isn't a single treatment that works for everyone with PMDD. If only it were that simple, right?

Underwhelming because all you're finding are stories of suffering instead of the stories of hope that you were looking for when you started your Google deep dive.  Instead of feeling more hopeful, you're left wondering, "Do I just have to accept my fate?"  Yet perhaps, there's something in you that tells you to keep searching for answers.  

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DeliveryRank chats with Mandy Rother, a functional registered dietitian and PMDD Warrior dedicated to helping menstruators achieve peaceful periods and balanced moods. With a comprehensive holistic approach, Mandy empowers individuals to live out their purpose all month long. Drawing from her own journey, Mandy went from rock-bottom to embracing her cycle with open arms. Now, she combines her data-driven process and trauma-informed approach with compassionate coaching to help others do the same.

Catch the interview below.

Mandy, the philosophy of Reveal Functional Nutrition emphasizes a whole-person approach to uncovering the root causes of health issues. Can you share some success stories or transformative moments where this approach has significantly impacted the lives of your clients?

Many of the clients that come to us have literally tried it all.

They’ve often been to multiple doctors, been in therapy for years, have tried dozens of supplements and diets, and have even see

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If you’ve been exploring PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) for a while, you’ve probably seen conversations about histamine intolerance being a potential root cause of PMDD or PME (Premenstrual Exacerbation). Understanding the connection between histamine and PMDD can help you make sense of the core issues driving your symptoms. From there, you can arrive at a targeted plan for relief. 

Of course, when you first learn about this connection, it can seem daunting. And because PMDD is such a complex condition, it’s natural to assume it requires a complex solution.

Yet I know firsthand it’s possible to get lasting relief from PMDD. In my case, I went from debilitating symptoms to welcoming my cycle each month.

But I didn’t find relief through one-size-fits-all solutions or super restrictive diets. Using a comprehensive functional medicine approach, I got clear on the unique root causes of my symptoms and restored balance in my body. 

Now my team and I are helping hundreds of people...

To help thousands of menstruators free themselves from the debilitating mood and menstrual symptoms so that that they can live out their purpose.

Correction: We actually didn't pause to celebrate back in August. We kept on forging ahead... to keep evolving, researching, and refining our methods to continue helping more people... better and faster.  So now, in the New Year, we're taking a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate how far we've come and where we're going next.

How the PMDD Revealed Program Came to Be

3 years ago, I had this crazy idea that I could help people suffering from debilitating mood and menstrual symptoms with a functional medicine and nutrition approach.

At the time, there were very few people in the world doing this. I honestly had the thought, "Maybe nobody is doin...

Do you ever feel too sensitive for the world?

Yep, me too. Let’s talk about it.

I have a history of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and work with people with PMDD every day, all day. I observe time and time again that folks with PMDD are often highly sensitive and highly empathetic. Sometimes they’re also very intuitive and creative.

Some identify as HSPs (highly sensitive person), neurodivergent, or have a diagnosis of ADHD or ASD.

And it’s not just observation on my part. There’s been a lot of buzz on the topic of PMDD, autism, neurodivergence, ADHD, and sensory processing. In my small corner of the Internet, it feels like everyone is talking about this article, which states that PMDD disproportionately affects people with ADHD and autism, at a rate of 46% and 92% respectively. 

The International Association of Premenstrual Disorders put out this statement commenting on the article as well. You can read it here. The consensus? As always, more research is needed. There’s c...

PMDD & Emotional versus Mindful Eating

Mandy Rother joins Diane de Jesus on the Mindfulness for PMDD podcast.

Before we dive into this episode, we have to share a little bit about how Diane and Mandy know each other. Diane was a client of Mandy's inside the PMDD Revealed program.  After achieving immense relief during their work together, she has since gone on to start her own podcst to support others with PMDD. 

We call that the "Ripple Effect". When our clients are no longer losing days of their life every month suffering from PMDD, they can live out their purpose and make an impact on the world by giving back to their communities.  

That's exactly what Diane did when she launched her podcast.  And she even returned to the PMDD Revealed program as a guest mindfulness teacher to give back to her peers. 

Here's a snapshot of Diane's story:

"I have experienced a 98% decrease in symptoms after 3 months of working together. Mandy provided the most dramatic positive results of any...