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Seed Cycling: beginner favorites
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I just started my seed cycling journey as a gentle, natural way to support my hormones and overall wellness. After dealing with hormonal shifts, digestion issues, and energy ups and downs, I wanted something that felt simple, consistent, and rooted i...
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Seeds 🌱
 
Supplies 🫙
 
Recipes 👩🏻‍🍳
 
Seed Cycling Info 📖

Seeds 🌱

Flax, pumpkin, sesame, and sunflower seeds are the foundation of seed cycling—each one supports a different phase of your cycle to help balance hormones naturally. For best results, use organic, raw seeds and store them in the fridge or freezer to ke...

 
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Rich in lignans and omega-3s, flax seeds help support estrogen metabolism and hormone balance during the first half of your cycle.
Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Whole Ground Flaxseed Meal - 16oz
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Pumpkin seeds are packed with zinc and magnesium, which can support healthy estrogen levels and promote clearer skin and better sleep during your follicular phase.
Bob's Red Mill Organic Premium Shelled Pepitas Pumpkin Seeds.
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High in lignans and healthy fats, sesame seeds support progesterone production and help ease PMS symptoms in the second half of your cycle.
Bob's Red Mill Premium Hulled White Sesame Seeds 10 oz Pkg
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Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E and selenium—nutrients that can reduce inflammation and support hormonal harmony.
NOW Foods Raw Sunflower Seeds - Unsalted 16 oz Pkg
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Supplies 🫙

Keep your seeds fresh and organized with glass mason jars—ideal for fridge or freezer storage. A simple spice grinder is perfect for grinding flax and sesame seeds right before use, which helps your body absorb all the hormone-supporting nutrients.

 
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Keep your seeds fresh and organized with glass mason jars—ideal for fridge or freezer storage. I love these 8 oz ones.
Ball 8oz. 12pk Glass Regular Mouth Mason Jar with Lid and Band
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A simple spice grinder is perfect for grinding flax and sesame seeds right before use, which helps your body absorb all the hormone-supporting nutrients. Feel free to use a coffee grinder, blender, or food processor. Whatever you have works!
Hamilton Beach Coffee Grinder Black - 80410: Electric Blade Grinder for Coffee Beans, Medium Grind, 12 Cup Capacity
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Recipes 👩🏻‍🍳

Simple, hormone-friendly recipes that make seed cycling feel like a treat—not a chore. These are easy to prep, tasty, and will help you stay consistent during each phase of your cycle.

 
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These are super simple to make with clean ingredients. I sub out the peanut better for almond butter (allergy) and still super yummy!
Seed Cycling Energy Bites | Gimme Some Oven
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The easiest way for me to get my seeds in is always making some granola for my daily yogurt bowl. Use this recipe or make up your own.
Seed Cycling Granola to balance your hormones - Vegan & Gluten-Free
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Another easy way to get your seeds in AND chocolate!
Seed Cycling Chocolate Smoothie
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Seed Cycling Info 📖

Want to dive deeper into the science behind seed cycling? These expert-backed articles explain how it works, why it’s used to support hormone health, and what to expect when you add it to your routine.

 
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I was recommend to try seed cycling by my OBGNY. Here is some more info if you’re interested!
Seed Cycling for Hormone Balance
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Another great article to learn the basics of seed cycling
What is Seed Cycling? | Natural Cycles
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