If you are experiencing symptoms of oestrogen dominance (can be menopausal women, too), Seed Cycling recipes can be your go to as they can boost oestrogen levels in the first part of your cycle (the follicular phase) and progesterone levels in the second part (the luteal phase).
Depending on where you are in your cycle, alternate using the luteal seeds (sesame and sunflower) and the follicular seeds (pumpkin and flax). Women in perimenopause and menopause will also benefit from this method.
SERVES: 11⁄2 CUPS
**INGREDIENTS **1 cup parsley, packed 1 cup coriander, packed 1 cup dandelion greens, packed 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon sea salt 1⁄2 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons ground sesame seeds during luteal stage (or ground pumpkin seeds during the follicular stage) 2 tablespoons ground sunflower seeds during luteal stage (or ground flax during the follicular stage)
HOW TO MAKE
Place everything in a high-speed blender or food processor and pulse until the mixture is bright green and all the herbs are chopped. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
NOTES
EQUIPMENT: High-speed blender or food processor STORAGE: Best enjoyed fresh, but any leftovers should be stored in the fridge for up for 5 days
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