Female cycle: how to naturally restore an anarchic cycle

Women are supposed to have a 28-day cycle... While some women have their periods set like clockwork, others wait each month without really knowing when their period will come... If you are part of those who have an irregular cycle of 32, 47 and 35 or even 75 days and you want to know how to restore your hormonal clock naturally, this article is for you!


A little reminder of the menstrual cycle

In the first part of the cycle, the ovaries are activated by the stimulation of the pituitary glands and the hypothalamus. She then secretes estrogen until a peak marked by ovulation (day 14). Of all the eggs that begin their maturation in the ovaries, only one will be expelled to be fertilized. The envelope of the ovum remained in the ovary will secrete the progesterone. Finally, the hormone level drops sharply and menstruation starts. 

Throughout the cycle, hormones will bring about subtle but important body changes. Indeed, at the beginning, the mucous membrane of the uterus will be restored, the breast also and the temperature is low. Then, during ovulation, the vaginal mucosa swells, the cervix opens, the tube captures the egg. Then the temperature immediately rises and remains on a high plateau. The walls of the mucous membranes continue to thicken, the cervix closes, the breasts are more irrigated and mammary glands are created. Finally, during menstruation, the temperature drops and the mammary glands dry up. 


A game of hormones

To regulate a cycle, hormonal secretions must be regulated because they are the ones that lead the way. It is important to check for disturbances in the pituitary gland, the thyroid and ovaries. It is also necessary to check the state of the liver because it is responsible for the purification of the blood and thus of the hormones in excess in the bloodstream and in the fat cells...

Hormones are messengers that participate in the transmission of information and the activation of organic processes. The main hormones governing the female hormonal balance are :

  • estrogen

  • progesterone
    .

  • testosterone

  • DHEA

  • prolactin

  • pheromones

  • oxytocin

Regulate the estrogen-progesterone balance

The balance between these two hormones is fundamental for the menstrual cycle. If one or the other is in excess or deficit, the whole balance suffers. This balance is not only physiological but also psychological because each phase of the cycle has an impact on the woman's emotional sphere. 


Phytoestrogens at the beginning of the cycle

They help maintain hormonal balance by having a stimulating or inhibiting activity depending on the levels in the body.

Where do we find them?

  • Lignans: flax, pumpkin seeds, berries, whole grains

  • isoflavones: fermented soybeans (miso, tempeh, tamari) and fabaceae

  • coumestanes: lima and pinto beans, chickpeas, fenugreekmung bean sprouts, alfalfa

Gemmotherapy to harmonize the cycle

At the beginning of the cycle, the macerate of young raspberry shoots will be recommended and then the apple buds will take over. At a rate of 15 drops per day during 14 days for each of the macerates. Do not take during your period. 


The allied plants of the female cycle

  1. First phase: gingko, rosemary, chamomile, nettle

  2. Ovulation: milk thistle, ginger, red clover, shatavari

  3. Second phase: chasteberry, yarrow, dandelion, lemon balm, angelica

Remove endocrine disruptors

  • plastic boxes 

  • plastic water bottles

  • plastic kitchen utensils

  • plastic toys and bottles

  • non-organic cosmetics

  • non-organic home cleaning products

  • non-organic fruits and vegetables

  • non-organic meat

  • tap water

  • food additives

  • new furniture

The moon as a landmark

It is also possible to set the time according to the phases of the moon. Indeed, the luminosity has an influence on our circadian cycle and on the secretion or not of certain hormones. 

The principle would be to fall asleep in the complete darkness of the period until the 12th day and then from the 16th to the end of the cycle. In the middle of the cycle, you open the shutters, let the light of the street or the moon enter your room. Otherwise, plug in a small night light. Ovulation will take place during the lighted nights. To be done over several months. 

It is also possible to do so by following the cycle of the moon, knowing that it is during the full moon that ovulation will take place. 


To conclude: have a better lifestyle

  • Sleep: getting enough quality sleep is essential for good health

  • Hydration: drink at least 1.5 liters of water per day to hydrate the cells and activate the elimination of toxins. 

  • Diet: eat organic food, fresh fruit and vegetables at every meal, limit red meat, give preference to "good" omega 3 and 6 fats (virgin olive or colza oil from first cold pressing, oilseeds). 

  • Physical activity: this can be timed according to the phase of the cycle. However, it must be moderate and regular.

  • Managing stress: each person has their own method for managing their emotions: walking, meditation, visualization, sophrology, reading, writing, contemplation, artistic practice, etc...

Alexia Bernard 11 May, 2020
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