The classic PMS craving for chocolate is no small-time affair. Women who’ve encountered this powerful force would agree that it’s a part of life that needs to be taken seriously–very seriously. While eating healthy and in moderation has its place the rest of the month, the primetime days filled with PMS pains and cravings usually require a little extra attention.
Symptoms of premenstrual syndrome vary by person, but diet plays a role in how frequent and strong the craving might be. Chocolate seems to be a simple fix for many, and it does provide some natural mood boosters and endorphins. Here are eight of the best chocolate brands to tame even the most powerful chocoholic hungering;
1. Dagoba Organic: Eclipse. This is for the serious dark chocolate lover, an extra bittersweet bar with an 87% cocoa content. Just a small bite of this bar will change your mind about dark chocolate forever. Also try the New Moon bittersweet bar at 74% cocoa content; it will lift you out of a bad mood instantly.
2. PMS Chocolate Bars from Art Coco. Tasteful packaging is just the first part of the treat; a few pieces of these and you’ll enjoy a blissful state in no time. These milk and dark chocolate bars donate profits to the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the PMS stands for ‘Perfect Monthly Satisfaction.
3. OrganicCosmos.com: This company makes an amazing Chocolate Magic Bar that will take you on a trip to the stars (and hopefully leave you there for a while). Layers of chocolate brownie, nuts, and toffee are more than enough to help you out.
4. Whole Foods Dark Chocolate: the signature brand features rich chocolate, sugar, cocoa butter, and vanilla for a decadent treat. Also try the Whole Foods chocolate brownie bites.
5. Hershey’s Symphony Milk Chocolate with Toffee: there’s something about this sweet crunch that really satisfies on even the most dismal days. Try the dark chocolate if you prefer, but the milk is just as good
6. Trader Joe’s Pound Plus Bittersweet Chocolate Bar: imported from Belgium, this natural classic has a strong aftertaste but one that will linger long enough to fight your craving. Also try the Mocha French Truffles at this natural food store.
7. Lindt Lindor Truffles (Dark): These really pack a punch with a high dark chocolate concentration, and just one or two will tide you over for the day.
8. Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Macadamias: Those Mauna Loa macadamia nuts are a nice mix for this simple blend of dark chocolate and sugar. Careful with these ones, they are highly addictive.
There’s little time to think or do any sort of research in the heat of the moment; knowing what brands to count on is the best strategy to manage the impending situation. Stock up on these eight greats and you’re sure to be more than satisfied.
