Seed Cycling - Balance your Hormones Naturally

Are you looking for a natural way to support your hormones and bring balance to your cycle? Seed cycling is a simple method that involves eating specific seeds during certain phases of your menstrual cycle. This can help alleviate hormonal symptoms such as PMS, an irregular cycle, and mood swings. These different seeds support your hormones, and in turn, support your cycle!

How Does Seed Cycling Work?

Your cycle is divided into two phases, where you eat a specific mix of seeds and nuts each day to support your hormones.

Phase 1: Follicular Phase (Day 1-14)

This phase begins on the first day of your period and is focused on estrogen production and building energy.

Eat daily:

• Flax seeds → Regulates estrogen and supports stable blood sugar levels

• Pumpkin seeds → Rich in antioxidants, magnesium, and tryptophan (good for relaxation & mood)

• Hemp seeds → Contains proteins, fats, and fibers that reduce inflammation

• Chamomile powder → Helps with menstrual cramps and supports sleep quality

Phase 2: Luteal Phase (Day 15-28)

During this phase, progesterone takes the lead to prepare your body for a potential pregnancy.

Eat daily:

• Sesame seeds → Supports estrogen production and stabilizes blood sugar levels

• Sunflower seeds → Rich in vitamin E, promotes progesterone production

• Hemp seeds → Help with detoxification and reduce inflammation

• Chamomile powder → Reduces PMS symptoms and menstrual pain

What Are the Benefits of Seed Cycling?

• Supports a healthy hormonal balance

• Helps with PMS, menstrual pain, and PCOS symptoms

• Stabilizes blood sugar levels and prevents energy dips

• Promotes healthy digestion and bowel movements

How to Start Seed Cycling?

1. Start on day 1 of your period and eat a tablespoon of the phase 1 seed mix daily.

2. Switch to phase 2 after day 14 and consume a tablespoon of the phase 2 seed mix daily.

3. Add the seeds to your breakfast, such as in smoothies, oatmeal, or yogurt.

Seed cycling is gaining popularity and receiving many positive reviews. I’m going to try it myself and share my experience soon! Have you tried it? Let me know! 😊

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Sources; Beeya wellness. (z.d.). beeya wellness - organic superfood. Beeya Wellness. https://beeyawellness.com/.

Crèvecoeur, H. (2021, 24 september). Seed cycling, de nieuwe trend voor je hormonen. Krachtvoer Voor Vrouwen. https://krachtvoervoorvrouwen.nl/lichaam/seed-cycling/