HerbalGar PCOS Box

🌿 PCOS & Seed Cycling: Complete Guide

✅ How It Works:

Seed cycling supports your body’s hormonal rhythm using lignans, omega-3s, and micronutrients found in seeds. This can be especially useful for women with irregular cycles or PCOS-related symptoms like:

• Acne

• Irregular periods

• Hair thinning or excess facial hair

• Weight gain

• Mood swings or anxiety

🌀 Cycle Breakdown & Seeds to Use

📅 Follicular Phase (Day 1 to 14)

Starts from the first day of your period until ovulation.

Goal: Support healthy estrogen levels.

Seeds to Eat (1 tablespoon each daily):

• Flax Seeds – Rich in lignans that balance estrogen

• Pumpkin Seeds – High in zinc, supports progesterone production later

💡 If your cycle is irregular, start this phase with the new moon and continue for 14 days.

📅 Luteal Phase (Day 15 to 28)

Starts from ovulation to the day before your next period.

Goal: Support progesterone production.

Seeds to Eat (1 tablespoon each daily):

• Sunflower Seeds – Rich in selenium, supports detox of excess estrogen

• Sesame Seeds – High in zinc & healthy fats for hormone production

💡 If cycles are irregular, start this phase with the full moon and continue for 14 days.

✅ How to Take Seeds

• Always use raw, unsalted, preferably ground seeds for better absorption.

• Mix in smoothies, sprinkle on oatmeal, yogurt, salads, or even take as is.

• Store seeds in airtight containers in a cool place or refrigerator.

🌟 Benefits for PCOS

• Regulates menstrual cycle

• Supports ovulation

• Reduces PMS symptoms

• Improves skin and hair health

• Helps balance mood and energy

• Aids natural detox of excess hormones

❗Note:

Seed cycling works best when paired with:

• A balanced, whole-foods diet

• Exercise and stress management

• Enough sleep and hydration

🩺 This method is natural but may take 2–3 months to show results. Always consult your doctor if you’re under medical treatment or using hormone medications.