Vitamin B6 can cure premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
6.0Moderate
evidence
evidence
The Claim
It is commonly believed that Vitamin B6 supplements can alleviate all symptoms of PMS, including mood swings, bloating, and breast tenderness.
Origin
This myth likely emerged from early studies and anecdotal reports that suggested improvements in PMS symptoms with B6 supplementation.
What Science Says
Systematic reviews of clinical trials indicate that there may be a modest benefit of Vitamin B6 for some PMS symptoms, particularly mood-related issues. However, the evidence is varied, and effects are not consistent across all symptoms or significant compared to placebo in some studies.
Verdict
Partially True