Irritability, anxiety, sadness, bloating, headaches, brain fog, food cravings, acne, and more…why do I experience PMS each month and how can I avoid it? PMS is mostly caused by fluctuating hormone levels estrogen and progesterone. Estrogen is our main reproductive hormone. It boosts serotonin levels, gives us energy, builds muscles, and improves insulin sensitivity - it’s the hormone that peaks right before ovulation, and that’s when it should be at its highest. But, too much estrogen during the luteal phase can be overstimulating which results in breast pain, fluid retention, irritability, and headaches, i.e. all the period symptoms we don’t want. 

What the f*ck is seed cycling and does it actually work? Let’s talk about it. Seed cycling has become a hot topic on the internet recently. It is an alternative medicine practice believed to help regulate reproductive hormones, and ultimately help women who experience scanty periods, painful periods, PMS, and other period concerns. There is no scientific research to prove seed cycling actually works, but the practice has been around for a long time and many women do believe it eases some of their period problems.

Ever wonder what happens during a woman’s menstrual cycle or how it even works? Read this post to learn more about hormones, periods, and conception!