Your menstrual cycle is more than just a period. Each phase carries unique hormonal shifts — and specific herbs can support you through every one of them.
Most of us were taught that our cycle is just a period — something to manage, to endure, to get through. But the menstrual cycle is one of the most intelligent biological rhythms in nature. It has four distinct phases, each with its own hormonal signature, energy, and needs.
Understanding these phases isn't just interesting — it's transformative. When you know what your body is doing, you can work with it instead of against it. And certain herbs have been used for centuries to support each phase beautifully.
Phase 1 — Menstruation (Days 1–5): Estrogen and progesterone are at their lowest. This is a time of release — physically and emotionally. Herbs that warm, nourish, and ease: ginger, raspberry leaf, cramp bark, and cinnamon. Our Cycle Balance Blend was formulated with this phase in mind.
Phase 2 — Follicular (Days 6–13): Estrogen begins to rise. Energy returns, clarity sharpens, creativity peaks. This is a natural time to start new projects. Supportive herbs: nettle leaf, oat straw, and rose hip — all rich in minerals and vitamin C to support rising estrogen.
Phase 3 — Ovulation (Around Day 14): Estrogen peaks. You're at your most energetic, social, and magnetic. Brief but powerful. Herbs like shatavari and maca can support libido and vitality during this window.
Phase 4 — Luteal (Days 15–28): Progesterone rises. The body prepares for either pregnancy or menstruation. Many women experience PMS symptoms here — bloating, mood shifts, fatigue. This is where adaptogens shine. Ashwagandha, holy basil, and chamomile can ease the nervous system and reduce cortisol, which competes with progesterone.
The key takeaway is this: your body is not the same every day of the month — and it doesn't need to be treated that way. Tuning into your cycle, even simply tracking your energy and mood, is the beginning of real hormonal literacy.