Bond Cycle Care Dietary Supplement ($29, originally $39)
This strawberry-flavored supplement is meant to be taken nightly before bed, mixed into a glass of water. One 6.9-ounce package provides a 28-day supply.
According to the brand, the bioavailable ingredients include ashwagandha, which is meant to mitigate muscle spasms and mood swings; super antioxidant glutathione, which may help affect hormone levels; lemon balm, which is intended to ease pain from bloating and indigestion; and magnesium, which may relax the uterine muscles that are directly connected with uterine cramps. (Worth noting: there isn't necessarily a ton of high-quality research into all of these ingredients and their benefits.)
An alternative supplement that targets the same results and is backed by one of our editors is Buff Chick Flourish ($30), should you prefer a capsule.
Editor quote: "I took Bond's supplemental powder for a full 28 days and really enjoyed the sweetened beverage in the evening when I was winding down from a busy day of work. My mood swings definitely tend to be severe both right before my period and during ovulation, and I felt slightly more relaxed during both of those periods after digesting this for a full month. Presumably, the more you stock up and make it a consistent part of your self-care routine, the easier your period symptoms will get." — Sarah Wasilak, associate director, Shopping
