What every woman should know about her hormone cycle.
The menstrual cycle is the hormonal process a womans body goes through each month to prepare for apossible pregnancy.
Ovulation:
The release of an egg begins the ovulatory phase.
FSH continues to rise, and luteinizing hormone (LH) levels increase.
And based on the shifts in hormones, that makes a lot of sense.
These changes are partly due to the increase in progesterone, which boosts appetite and cravings for comfort food.
It’s a great time for some extra self-care.
During the menstrual phase, progesterone production drops off and estrogen peaks and then drops.
By nature, menstruation involves the intense process of eliminating the lining of the uterus.
Your lifestyle can affect your cycle length.
Here’s what to do about it.
Not getting enough sleep
Lack of sleep is a significant contributing factor to hormone imbalance.
Traveling
Travel can affect a womans cycle, especially when there is a change in time zones.
Being in a new time zone can affect sleep, brain function, and ultimately hormone health.
Menstrual cycle symptoms that should be monitored.
Painful periods are something to watch out for.
Want to gain some more hormone knowledge?
Take ourUltimate Guide to Healthy Periodsclass with Alissa Vitti.
Robin Berzin, M.D., is a functional medicine physician and the founder ofParsley Health.
She is also a certified yoga instructor and a meditation teacher, and has formally studied Ayurveda.
