The Wellness Effect (A Lifestyle U Podcast)

Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle: What Your Body Needs in Every Phase


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Ever feel like your mood, energy, and cravings change overnight—and wonder if it’s all in your head? It’s not. In this episode of The Wellness Effect, we're diving into the four phases of the menstrual cycle and exploring how your hormones impact everything from your workouts to your emotional resilience.

We break down each phase—menstrual, follicular, ovulation, and luteal—so you can better understand what your body needs and when. Whether you’ve been tracking your cycle for years or are brand new to the idea, this episode is packed with real-life examples, mindset shifts, and simple strategies to help you work with your body instead of against it.

 

In this episode, we discuss…

  • The hormonal shifts in each phase of your cycle and how they affect your energy, mood, and metabolism.
  • What “inner seasons” mean—and how to live in sync with your body’s natural rhythm.
  • Practical ways to support your body with movement, food, rest, and mindset in each phase.
  • Why ovulation isn’t just about fertility—it’s key for long-term health and vitality.
  • Tips on blood sugar balance, digestion, and gentle detox practices to ease PMS and period symptoms.
  • Real talk on what it’s like to live in a cycle-focused world when society still operates on a 24-hour male hormonal model.

 

Resources & Links Mentioned

  • Balancing Blood Sugar: Simple Hacks for Better Energy, Hormones, and Metabolism
  • The Beginner's Guide to Blood Sugar Management
  • Castor oil packs, magnesium sprays, and other nervous system support tools
  • Cycle tracking apps and the Oura Ring
  • Reach out on Instagram for free resources or 1:1 support

 

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Kira Iskra - @kiraiskk

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