The Menstrual Phase

Menstrual Phase days – 1 – 7

From the first day of our period through to the end, this is when our energy levels are at their lowest.

Menstrual Phase nutrients:

  • Beetroot
  • Drinking water
  • Warm foods
  • Dark chocolate
  • Grass fed meats
  • Wild Salmon
  • Kidney beans
  • Buckwheat
  • Berries
  • Seafood
  • Nori
  • Avocado
  • Iron rich foods
  • Omega – 3 fatty acids
  • B-vitamin rich foods
  • Warm teas and liquids
  • Sesame and sunflower seeds
  • Red meat
  • Vitamin C
  • Magnesium
  • Ginger
  • Beetroot

Menstrual Phase Activities: 

  • Deep breathing
  • Yoga
  • Low impact workouts
  • Walking
  • Napping
  • Resting 

Menstrual Phase Self-care focus: 

  • Pampering
  • Massage
  • Nap
  • Gentle Pilates
  • Walking
  • Meditation
  • Swimming

Essential oils:

  • Lavender
  • Rose Chamomile
  • Jasmine

Great time for soups and stews, leftovers or meal preps!

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