Infradian Rhythm: Luteal Phase & Superfoods To Cycle Sync For This Phase

Generally, progesterone dominates the body and affects the skin, hair, metabolism, brain and intestines.

What happens in your body …

Low oestrogen & high progesterone means:

• A decrease in the production of serotonin ie. your “happiness hormone”
• Cravings for carbohydrates increase as serotonin drops (carbohydrates are essentially serotonin ‘fuel’)
• The skin may become more oily and breakouts may occur
• Tenderness and bloating may occur

As the body ‘prepares’ for a potential pregnancy the immune system is lowered and is more susceptible to colds & infections. It’s quite common to experience insomnia and restless sleep during this phase.

What to focus on for this phase

For fitness goals – gentle movement is recommended as your heart is working slightly harder than usual. Be compassionate towards your body. Certain foods & behaviours disrupt sleep, so before bedtime try to avoid exposure to blue light (devices & cellphones) as well as, heavy, spicy foods, meat and fried foods.

Cycle sync with superfoods that help:

• stimulate your happy hormones to reduce irritability and improve mood
• reduce PMS symptoms
• prime your body to prevent cravings with a higher intake of foods rich in calcium and vitamin D