Seed cycling
Seed Cycling
Seed cycling (pronunciation: /si:d 'saɪklɪŋ/) is a natural method that is believed to help balance hormones in the body. The practice involves consuming specific types of seeds during different phases of the menstrual cycle to promote hormonal balance.
Etymology
The term "seed cycling" is derived from the English words "seed", referring to the edible seeds used in the method, and "cycling", referring to the cyclical nature of the practice.
Method
Seed cycling involves two phases: the follicular phase and the luteal phase.
During the follicular phase (day 1 to day 14 of the menstrual cycle), one tablespoon each of freshly ground flax seeds and pumpkin seeds are consumed daily. These seeds are believed to help increase estrogen levels.
During the luteal phase (day 15 to the end of the cycle), one tablespoon each of freshly ground sesame seeds and sunflower seeds are consumed daily. These seeds are believed to help increase progesterone levels.
Related Terms
- Hormone
- Menstrual cycle
- Follicular phase
- Luteal phase
- Estrogen
- Progesterone
- Flax seeds
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sesame seeds
- Sunflower seeds
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Seed cycling
- Wikipedia's article - Seed cycling
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