CreativeMessSeed cycling is a natural way to balance your hormones by eating specific seeds during different phases of your menstrual cycle. The idea is to support the production of estrogen and progesterone, the two main female hormones, throughout your cycle.
How does seed cycling work?
Estrogen is dominant in the first half of your cycle, while progesterone is dominant in the second half. Seed cycling helps to support these natural hormonal fluctuations by providing the body with nutrients that it needs to produce each hormone.
In the first half of your cycle, you would eat pumpkin and flax seeds. These seeds are high in phytoestrogens, which are plant compounds that mimic the effects of estrogen. This can help to balance out any imbalances in estrogen levels that may be causing symptoms such as PMS, irregular periods, or heavy bleeding.
In the second half of your cycle, you would eat sesame and sunflower seeds. These seeds are high in zinc and magnesium, which are important for progesterone production. Progesterone helps to regulate the menstrual cycle and prepare the body for pregnancy.
How to do seed cycling
To start seed cycling, simply eat a tablespoon of each type of seed daily during the corresponding phase of your cycle. For example, if your period starts on day 1, you would eat pumpkin and flax seeds on days 1-14, and sesame and sunflower seeds on days 15-28.
You can eat the seeds plain, or you can add them to your favorite foods, such as yogurt, smoothies, oatmeal, or salads. You can also grind the seeds into a powder and add them to your food or drinks.
How long should you do seed cycling?
It is recommended to do seed cycling for at least three months to see results. However, some people may find that they need to do it for longer. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is best to avoid seed cycling.
Is seed cycling safe?
Seed cycling is generally safe for most people. However, if you have any underlying health conditions, you should talk to your doctor before starting seed cycling.
Here are some of the potential benefits of seed cycling:
- Improved menstrual cycle regularity
- Reduced PMS symptoms
- Lighter periods
- Increased fertility
- Improved mood
- More energy
- Clearer skin
If you are looking for a natural way to balance your hormones and improve your overall health, seed cycling may be a good option for you. However, it is important to note that seed cycling is not a cure-all and it may not work for everyone. If you are considering trying seed cycling, it is best to talk to your doctor first.
Here are some additional tips for doing seed cycling:
- It is important to buy organic seeds whenever possible. This will ensure that the seeds are free of pesticides and other chemicals.
- If you have any allergies, be sure to check the ingredients of the seeds that you are buying.
- Start with a small amount of seeds and gradually increase the amount as your body gets used to them.
- Be patient and consistent with seed cycling. It may take several months to see results.
- If you are not seeing any results after three months, talk to your doctor.
Conclusion
Seed cycling is a natural and safe way to balance your hormones and improve your overall health. If you are looking for a natural way to manage your PMS symptoms, improve your fertility, or regulate your menstrual cycle, seed cycling may be a good option for you. However, it is important to talk to your doctor before starting seed cycling, especially if you have any underlying health conditions. If you’re interested in trying a supplement to support your PMS symptoms without seed cycling read my blog post about the one I’m using.