Seed Cycling with the Moon Phases
What if you do not have a cycle or it is irregular ? Seed cycling with the moon can be meaningful for women who are in menopause , post-menopause , or do not have a regular cycle . The cycle of moon phases from one new moon to the next last 28 days , just like the typical menstrual cycle . For centuries , cultures around the world have connected the moon with the feminine . The new moon represents new beginnings and the deepest time of yin , as it is the darkest . As the phase waxes towards the full moon , the light and yang energy grows , with the full moon representing the time of peak fertility before it wanes back towards the new moon and darkness . These similarities and cultural beliefs have shaped the practices of seed cycling to suggest that results may be enhanced if it is practiced in conjunction with the moon phases . If you choose to practice seed cycling in this way , Day 1 would fall on the new moon , and Day 15 on the full
moon ( Bippen , n . d .).
Seed Cycling for Different Life Stages
Perimenopause
Perimenopause is defined as the up to ten years before a woman stops menstruating , and can start as early as 35 years old . During this extensive period , hormonal fluctuations can lead to a variety of bothersome and disruptive symptoms . Seed cycling during this transitional phase may help to minimize the impact of hormone fluctuations , and reduce hot flashes and mood swings ( Yunique Medical , 2023 ).
Menopause and Post-Menopause
Menopausal and post-menopausal women still benefit from seed cycling by following a modified approach : start the cycle on any day ( consider using the phases of the moon as a guide as discussed earlier ), and then follow the same 2-week rotation plan . Potential benefits for menopausal women include reduced hot flashes and night sweats , improved mood stability , and better cholesterol levels and blood pressure ( Yunique Medical , 2023 ).
Fertility and Reproductive Years
Seed cycling may be helpful for women in supporting fertility and in menstrual cycle regulation . Some reported benefits include reduced PMS symptoms , more regular periods , and improved ovulation . Small research studies have shown promising results . For example , flax seed consumption has been linked to improved cycle regularity and hormone levels in some women ( Mandl , 2019 ).