Hormone Balance
Hormones help regulate a range of bodily functions including metabolism (weight gain or loss), reproductive cycles (irregular periods and fertility issues), blood sugar, growth, mood and stress levels and much more. When they are out of balance it can affect every organ and system in our body. Do you know the symptoms of hormone imbalance?
Seed Cycling
Seed Cycling involves including specific seeds in your diet during the two main phases of your menstrual cycle (follicular and luteal) to help promote the healthy balance of estrogen and progesterone levels. It's based on the belief that certain seeds contain nutrients that can support the production and metabolism of hormones like estrogen and progesterone. By incorporating these seeds into your diet at the right times, you may help your body maintain a balanced hormonal cycle.
The Menstrual Cycle
The menstrual cycle lasts on average 28 days and ovulation takes place somewhere in the middle. Most women are probably only aware of their menstrual cycle in terms of their period but when pressed they may also have noticed the influence of their changing hormones during their cycle on their overall wellbeing. PMS just before a period, a feeling of confidence around the time of ovulation or the famous hot flushes of perimenopause are good examples of this.