Seed Cycling

Why seeds

Seeds are incredibly rich in essential fats, minerals, vitamin E, protein, & fiber. They are also packed with minerals such as calcium, magnesium, manganese, molbydenum, zinc, and selenium, which are all essential for detoxification.

In addition to being phenomenal support for detox, they can also be used specifically to support balancing hormones in the body.

“Seed cycling” is one of the easiest ways you can support your hormones in a gentle, yet effective way. This simple practice of cycling different seeds during different parts of your menstrual cycle is a powerful way to balance hormones, reduce PMS, stimulate menstruation if it has been absent, an address any lingering symptom present as a result of hormone imbalance.

Seed Cycling

How do I seed cycle?

Seed cycling can be used at any stage of a woman’s life (including post-menopause). To better understand seed cycling, you need to understand the two main phases of your menstrual cycle. The first 14 days of your menstrual cycle makes up the follicular phase, while the following 14 days make up the luteal phase.

When your hormone levels are balanced, estrogen rises during the first half of your cycle whereas progesterone levels rise (while estrogen levels slowly decline) during the second half of your cycle.Specific seeds support different hormones during these phases, so the below guide and recipes can be used to support the progesterone/estrogen balance during your cycle.

*If you currently don’t have a cycle, you will start by following the moon cycle. In this case, day 1 of your cycle would begin with the new moon, and day 15 would be with the full moon.

Seed Cycling 

DAYS 1-14 OF YOUR CYCLE (MENSTRUATION TO OVULATION)-Follicular

1-2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
1-2 tablespoons ground pumpkin seeds

DAYS 15-28 OF YOUR CYCLE (OVULATION TO MENSTRUATION)-Luteal

1-2 tablespoons ground sunflower seeds 1-2 tablespoons ground sesame seeds

3⁄4 cup Flax Seed
3⁄4 cup Pumpkin Seed
1⁄4 cup hemp seeds
10 Medjool Dates
3⁄4 cup vanilla protein powder 1⁄2 cup plant milk
2 tsp ceylon cinnamon
1 tsp ginger
1⁄2 tsp nutmeg
1⁄4 tsp clove
Pinch of salt

Blend all but milk in a food processor with the s blade until chunky and slowly drizzle milk to create a dough ball. Once the desired smoothness is reached roll into balls or press between parchment paper to create bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

Seed Cycling Energy Bites for Luteal phase

3⁄4 cup ground sunflower seeds 3⁄4 cup ground sesame seeds
1⁄4 cup hemp seeds
10 Medjool dates

3⁄4 cup chocolate protein powder (Nuzest, Ancient Nutrition, Equip)
1⁄2 cup plant milk
2 TBS raw cacao

2 TBS maca powder
1 TBS spirulina or cinnamon your choice Pinch of salt

Blend all but milk in a food processor with the s blade until chunky and slowly drizzle milk to create a dough ball. Once the desired smoothness is reached roll into balls or press between parchment paper to create bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

Other Ideas of how to get seeds in:

Add to yogurt with dried or fresh fruit and granola, blend into smoothies, sprinkle on hummus, add to oatmeal, sprinkle on avocado toast, or mix into salad dressing.