If you’re on a hormone-balancing journey—whether you’ve just quit birth control, have PCOS, experience irregular or missed periods, anovulatory cycles, painful periods, PMS symptoms, short luteal phases, or heavy periods—seed cycling might be a simple yet powerful addition to your routine.

What is seed cycling?

Seed cycling is a holistic practice that supports hormone balance by rotating specific seeds according to the phase of your menstrual cycle.

How does it work?

Seeds are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids that nourish your body. Their hulls contain lignans, a type of phytoestrogen that can help regulate estrogen levels—either by increasing or decreasing estrogen activity based on what your body needs. Plus, the fiber in seeds supports digestion and detoxification, which is crucial for hormone health.

The best part? It’s easy to incorporate into any lifestyle.

How to seed cycle:

You’ll rotate four types of seeds depending on your cycle phase:

Follicular Phase (First half of cycle: New moon to full moon)
Consume one tablespoon of pumpkin seeds and one tablespoon of flax seeds daily, from your period until ovulation.

Luteal Phase (Second half of cycle: Full moon to new moon)
Consume one tablespoon of sesame seeds and one tablespoon of sunflower seeds daily, from ovulation until your next period.

Irregular cycles? No worries. You can sync with the moon—starting with the new moon for the follicular phase and the full moon for the luteal phase.

Tips for best results:

• Use organic, raw, and ground seeds for optimal absorption.
• Stick with it for at least three months to notice changes.
• For convenience, try Funk It Wellness’s Seed Cycling Kit, which provides a one-month supply delivered to your door.

Can I seed cycle with endometriosis?

Yes. Since many with endometriosis have excess estrogen, seed cycling may help support estrogen balance. Try it for a few months and listen to your body—if it worsens symptoms, you can stop anytime.

Can men seed cycle?

Yes, seed cycling can improve men's hormonal health. Men can sync with the moon cycle, but their rotation is the opposite of women’s:

New moon to full moon: One tablespoon of sesame and sunflower seeds daily.
Full moon to new moon: One tablespoon of flax and pumpkin seeds daily.

Final thoughts

Hormone balance is a journey, and seed cycling is a simple, natural way to support your body along the way. It may not be an overnight fix, but with consistency, it can be an effective tool for improving cycle health. If you’re looking for a gentle, food-based approach to hormone support, seed cycling is definitely worth trying.