How can I avoid the tired feeling during PMS?

Your adrenal glands and/or thyroid gland may be sluggish, made worse by the hormone shifts that accompany this part of your cycle. This can cause you to feel tired. Besides checking with your doctor, you could take specific herbs called "adaptogens" that support your adrenals. My Energy Balance Formula contains eleuthero, rhodiola, and reishi mushroom, plus tyrosine (an amino acid) and B vitamins. These boost your adrenal or energy glands, thyroid gland, and feel-good brain chemicals. You also may need more rest during this time. If you feel tired or lackluster all month long, ask your doctor to check your thyroid. Some introspection might also yield that you're suffering from depression. Finally, check with your significant other or ask a girlfriend to sleep over to see if you snore or wake up frequently gasping for air. You may have a sleep disorder called sleep apnea that affects millions of Americans. All of these are best discussed with your physician.