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Cycle Syncing

Cycle Syncing: How I Got Started - Mel Kovacevic

I'm Mel Kovacevic, the founder of The Seed Cycle, and I'm thrilled to share with you the journey that led me to the concept of cycling syncing and within that seed cycling a way of balancing your hormones through food as medicine. About me: As a Functional Nutritionist and an

Female Reproductive Health

Why Do I Get Cramps Before and After my Period

While cramps are usually not a cause for concern, they can be painful and inconvenient. They can even be confusing if you experience them when not on your period. You may wonder why you are experiencing period pain a week before your period, or if certain cramps mean anything. Your

Nutrition

How to practice mindful eating?

Have you ever found yourself soothing stress or boredom with a bag of chips or a pint of ice cream? Often, our eating habits are triggered by emotions rather than hunger. Mindful eating emerges as a powerful tool in this context, teaching us to distinguish between emotional needs and actual

Hormones

How to Flush Out Excess Estrogen

High estrogen levels, a condition often referred to as estrogen dominance, can significantly impact a woman's health, manifesting in a variety of physical and emotional symptoms. This article will help you understand what high estrogen, and its associated symptoms, and explore strategies to help you naturally flush out excess estrogen.

Cycle Syncing

How to increase energy levels during the Luteal phase

The luteal phase starts post-ovulation and ends when menstruation starts. This phase of the menstrual cycle is often characterized by several symptoms, such as mood fluctuations, cravings, higher basal body temperature, and a dip in energy levels, to name a few. However, there are strategies you can put in place

Nutrition Featured

Menstrual Cycle Food Chart

Cycle syncing is when you align your daily activities such as nutrition, exercise, meetings etc, with the different phases of the menstrual cycle. It has been gaining more and more attention as it incentivizes and promotes a better understanding of ourselves and how hormones impact us throughout the cycle. A

Hormones

How does Alcohol impact Women’s Hormones?

We all know that alcohol is not the healthiest thing for our bodies. Not only can it lead to liver and heart disease when consumed excessively, but moderate consumption can increase anxiety, sleep disturbances, heart palpitation, and weight gain. I’ve certainly started noticing an increase in anxiety (hangxiety) every

Physical Health

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) and Period Products

It's been a while since Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) has held space in the news, but a recent interview on The Diary of A CEO with Lauren Wasser has brought back attention to this rare but serious illness. Wasser is a model and activist who lost her legs to TSS

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Guides Featured

Your Plan for Holistic Hormonal Wellness

A suite of downloadable content for your holistic health and wellness, sent directly to your inbox at the start of each phase of your menstrual cycle: Menstruation, Late Follicular, Mid Luteal, and Late Luteal Phase.

Hormones

PCOS: How to Build Your Own PCOS Management Plan

Everything you need to know about PCOS management and guide you through building your own PCOS management plan.

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Fitness

Training Program for Each Phase of Your Cycle

Female Phase Training This program is designed to take advantage of your hormones in each phase of your cycle so that you can gain the most out of each workout. The program is split into 4 phases: * Start of Period (Day 1 and 2) * Follicular Phase (Day 3 to Day

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Nutrition

Diet Guidelines for PCOS

With Nutrition Plan Example and Food Log Sheet Example Approximately 10% of young women suffer from polycystic ovarian syndrome PCOS. Women with PCOS are found to have more insulin levels than usual, in part due to the increase in androgen levels. These hormonal abnormalities can cause metabolic and reproductive disruptions.

Business Resources

The state of menstrual health in your organisation

We are running a survey to better understand the state of menstrual health in organisations across different cities, countries, and continents. Complete this survey to contribute to the research and make menstrual health part of every company's policy! Loading… Thank you for taking part in the survey. You'll be able

Nutrition

Unhealthy Relationship With Food: Signs, Solutions and more

Maintaining a healthy relationship with food is essential for our overall well-being. However, it can be challenging to know when the relationship with food has turned into an unhealthy obsession. An unhealthy relationship with food can manifest in various ways, and it's essential to recognize the signs to take the

Culture

Period Syncing: Does Your Period Really Sync With Close Friends?

Have you ever heard of the theory that your period can sync with someone you spend a lot of time with? This "phenomenon" has been talked about for decades, but is there any scientific evidence to support it? Is it real or just a myth? Let's find out! Note -

Sleep

Female Insomnia - Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and More

Female insomnia can have a significant impact on women's health and quality of life, so it is important to understand its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Nutrition

Foods that lower cortisol and anxiety (with 3 day meal plan)

Understanding Cortisol and Its Effects on Women's Health Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. It's commonly referred to as "stress hormone," since it releases when your body perceives danger or threat. While cortisol plays an essential role in survival in small amounts, prolonged

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Nutrition

Anti-Stress Diet Plan

Hormones

Hormonal Acne Guide - Types, Causes, Treatment & more

Acne is a skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and hormonal acne is a particular type that is prevalent among teenagers and young adults. In this guide, we will explore the types, causes, and treatment options for hormonal acne.

Physical Health

Importance of Bone Health in Women

Your skeleton is the core foundation of your body. Bone health and bone density are essential for women, as women are more at risk of developing osteoporosis than men.

Hormones

Menstrual Cycle and Blood Sugar Levels: Does the Menstrual Cycle Affect Glucose Levels?

Understanding the Relationship Between Menstrual Cycle and Blood Sugar

Hormones

Follicular Phase: What It Is and How it Impacts You

Follicular phase is one of the four phases of the menstrual cycle, it starts with your period and ends when you ovulate.

Sexual Health

STI Test: Everything You Need to Know

This article was written in collaboration with Yoxly, a sexual health remote diagnostic service offering at-home test kits that grant you peace of mind through convenience, privacy, accessibility, and control. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also referred to as sexually transmitted diseases  (STDs), are a common health concern for many individuals,

Events

Bloomfest 2022 - Let’s talk about: The F Word

Date: 30th November Time: 8.30 am-5.30 pm

Nutrition

Foods High in Vitamin C

Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin. This means that it dissolves in water and is delivered to the body’s tissues but is not well stored, so it must be taken daily through food or supplements. Why is vitamin C important? Vitamin C plays a role in