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As each academic year draws to a close, it is always rewarding to see the impact of student research come to life. This year, one interesting project explored the relationship between dietary and lifestyle factors and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). Often whispered about in hostel corridors, joked about in group chats or silently endured, PMS is far more than a monthly inconvenience for many young women.<\/p>\n

For those balancing the pressures of university life, it can significantly affect well-being, academic performance and social interactions. One of the undergraduate dissertations I supervised investigated the associations between dietary and lifestyle factors and PMS symptoms among female students. The findings are both eye-opening and timely.<\/p>\n

What we did<\/strong><\/p>\n

The study was conducted among 112 female university students to explore how diet and lifestyle influence PMS symptoms. We gathered information on socio-demographic details, reproductive health history, PMS experiences, eating patterns, physical activity, stress levels, and body measurements. The data was then analysed to identify associations between dietary and lifestyle factors and the severity of PMS symptoms.<\/p>\n

What we found<\/strong><\/p>\n

Out of 112 female students surveyed, majority (70.5%) reported experiencing mild to moderate PMS symptoms, with cramps topping the list of physical complaints, and cravings or appetite changes leading the emotional symptoms.<\/p>\n

Interestingly, first-year students were significantly more likely to report severe PMS symptoms compared to their senior counterparts. This is perhaps a reflection of the stress and adjustment challenges that come with transitioning into university life.<\/p>\n

Other highlights of the findings of the study are as follows;<\/p>\n