After you ovulate but before your period, some nutritionists recommend asparagus. Packed full of aspartic acid, these can help prevent the fatigue you feel coming on just before your period starts.

The higher the percentage of dark chocolate you can find the better, and this is because it won’t contain as much sugar (which is a big no no). Dark chocolate has antioxidants and it also is a source of magnesium, which reduces mood swings.

Bananas are one of the best sources of potassium and also contain B6 and other vitamins which help to boost your mood. Think of them as your happy fruit!

Salmon is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which play an important role in relaxing your muscles and steadying your nerves. This will help to deal with cramps and crankiness. If you don’t like fish, reach for nuts!

Foods like spinach, kale, collard greens and swiss chard are the best when you are menstruating because they are filled with iron, which gets lost when you are menstruating.

Starting the day with a cup of coffee isn’t a bad idea when you’re on your period as caffeine can help ease symptoms of PMS, alleviate he extra lethargy you may feel during your period and work to ease cramps.

Yogurt is a source of calcium which can help to reduce PMS and relax your muscles. It also contains live cultures which promote healthy digestion. If you are looking for a non-dairy source of calcium try broccoli, kale and almonds instead.

Just after your period but before you ovulate, try incorporating the ancient aphrodisiac honey into your diet. Science hasn’t confirmed its link to sex drive, but it contains Boron and Nitric Oxide – essential compounds for arousal.

Antioxidant and phytochemical rich, figs are the perfect snack for balancing out your hormones. While they’re apparently also associated with arousal, they’re also a healthy choice for your body.

Avocados were revered by the Aztecs for their ability to incite sexual passion. But they’re also a great source of bioidentical testosterone, which will help your body if it’s lacking in the natural version while you are on your period.

(Text by Alisi Vitti, bauersyndication.com.au / Additional reporting by Natalya Molok)