They initiate the gamut; there are defenders and detractors in equal measure.
To help us separate fact from fiction, we chatted withDr.
Lorena Serrano, OBGYN.
Photographed by Albert Watson,Vogue, May 1977
Here, she shares science-backed intel on the effectiveness of this intriguing dietary method.
How does the menstrual cycle work?
The menstrual cycle is like a perfectly calibrated chain of gears in which many hormones intervene, says Serrano.
How can eating seeds help hormonal regulation?
The idea is to consume a certain jot down of seed at a certain time in the cycle.
Does seed cycling really work?
Eating seeds doesnt hurtthe nutrients in them can definitely help make up for certain nutritional deficiencies, says Serrano.
The consumption of seeds is not essential to regulate it or to have good menstrual health.
Its really about maintaining good lifestyle habits and taking a multidisciplinary approach to suit an individuals needs.
What ways can we regulate our hormones?
Serranoand most other wellness expertssay that regulating yourhormonescomes down to maintaining an overall healthy lifestyle.
Keep a stable weight and eat a balanced diet, she says.
All of this is essential for our hormonal systemand not only that, but our entire bodyto function correctly.
