Have you ever wondered why some weeks you feel unstoppable and the next you just want to hide under a blanket with snacks and Netflix? It's not just you. It's not that you're "too emotional" or "lazy" or "overdramatic." It's your hormones doing exactly what they’re designed to do.
The truth is, you’re not supposed to feel the same every single day. Your body follows a beautifully complex hormonal rhythm throughout the month. And yet, no one really talks about it. No one pulled me aside in high school and said, “Hey, by the way, PMS isn’t mandatory—your body is just asking for support.”
Instead, we're taught to push through, to ignore the signs, to label ourselves as "moody" or "dramatic." But what if feeling tired, cranky, or bloated isn’t a character flaw—it’s simply your hormones shifting and asking for different support?
Take the luteal phase, for example—the week or so before your period. It can feel intense. You might notice lower energy, bigger emotions, and stronger cravings. But it’s not because you're "lazy" or "crazy." It’s because your body is literally working overtime to prepare for your next cycle. And it deserves real support… and yes, real snacks.
Another thing no one seems to mention? The way you eat can actually make a difference. Eating with your cycle—meaning adjusting your foods to match what your body needs in each phase—can help ease cramps, reduce bloating, stabilize your mood, and even boost your energy.
When you stop fighting your body and start working with it, everything starts to shift. You feel more grounded. More in control. More like yourself again.
If you’re tired of feeling like you’re on a hormonal rollercoaster every month, you're not alone—and you're definitely not broken. You’re just ready for real support that honors the rhythm your body was made for.
Want some simple, nourishing recipes to help balance your hormones in every phase? Click here to grab my hormone-friendly recipe book and start feeling the difference today!
This recipe is loaded with vitamins (A, C, E, and K) to support immunity, vision, and healthy blood clotting. Thanks to purple cabbage and carrots, it’s also high in fiber for better digestion and blood sugar balance. Plus, heart-healthy fats from olive oil and almonds help support good cholesterol and overall heart health.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups Purple Cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 Carrot (large, grated)
- 2 tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup Red Onion
- 1/2 cup Parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Dill (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds
- 1 1/2 Lime (medium, juiced)
Ingredients:
- Add the cabbage, carrot, half the oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Lightly massage to soften the cabbage.
- Add the onion, parsley, dill, almonds, the remaining oil, and lime juice and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Divide evenly onto plates and enjoy!
You did everything right—you got to bed on time, skipped the late-night scroll, even clocked a full 8 hours. So why are you still dragging through the day like you pulled an all-nighter?
Here’s the truth: exhaustion isn’t always about how much you sleep. It’s often about what’s happening inside your body while you sleep.
If you’re waking up feeling like you haven’t slept at all, there’s a deeper reason—and no, the answer isn’t another cup of coffee.
✨ Let’s break it down:
- Low progesterone can mess with your ability to enter deep, restorative sleep (especially in the second half of your cycle).
- Blood sugar crashes overnight can leave you tossing, turning, or waking up groggy and foggy.
- Elevated cortisol (your stress hormone) can spike during the night and disrupt sleep quality, even if you’re not fully waking up.
- And a sluggish liver means your body isn’t detoxing effectively while you sleep—which can leave you feeling heavy, groggy, and inflamed in the morning.
Your body is trying to rebalance itself, but without the right fuel and support, it’s like trying to drive with the emergency brake on.
💛 So what can you do?
Start with three powerful shifts:
- Balance your blood sugar—especially at night. Skip the sugary evening snacks and opt for protein + healthy fats to keep your energy stable.
- Support your liver with foods like leafy greens, beets, lemon water, and cruciferous veggies.
- Eat in sync with your cycle so your hormones are getting exactly what they need—when they need it.
Your hormones don’t want perfection. They want consistency, nourishment, and support.
That’s exactly why I created my Cycle Syncing Recipe Book—it’s filled with easy, nourishing meals that are designed to work with your body, not against it. Whether you’re in your follicular phase and feeling great, or in your luteal phase and crashing hard, you’ll have recipes that help stabilize your energy, boost your mood, and finally help you wake up feeling refreshed.
✨ Ready to stop sleeping through exhaustion and start waking up with actual energy?
Click HERE to grab your copy and give your body the support it’s been asking for.
This recipe is a great source of plant-based protein from tofu, which supports tissue repair, hormone production, and overall growth. It also provides key vitamins and minerals like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, calcium, and iron—important for immune support, bone strength, and oxygen transport. Plus, with fiber-rich ingredients like sweet potato and corn tortilla, it aids digestion, balances blood sugar, and supports heart health.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsps Tamari
- 3 tbsps Avocado Oil (divided)
- 2 tbsps Taco Seasoning (divided)
- 3 tbsps Nutritional Yeast
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- 1 1/2 lbs Tofu (extra-firm, pressed, crumbled)
- 1 Sweet Potato (large, chopped into small cubes)
- 1/2 cup Guacamole
- 8 Corn Tortilla (small, warmed)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF (205ºC) and lightly grease a baking sheet. Line a second baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the tamari, 2/3 of the oil, half of the taco seasoning, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Add the crumbled tofu and toss well. Transfer to the greased baking sheet and toss well.
- In the same bowl, toss the sweet potato with the remaining oil and the remaining taco seasoning. Transfer to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Place both baking sheets in the oven. Cook for 22 to 25 minutes until the tofu is browned and crispy and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender. Toss at the halfway mark.
- Divide the guacamole evenly between the warmed tortillas. Top with tofu and sweet potato. Enjoy!
4 servings
Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about hormones, nutrition, and how deeply they affect our day-to-day lives. But recently? I didn’t just learn these lessons—I lived them. And I had the honor of walking other women through these same shifts too.
Here’s what has stood out the most:
✨ Sugar impacts your hormones and gut more than you think.
Even "healthy" amounts of sugar can trigger inflammation, mess with blood sugar balance, and disrupt the delicate gut-hormone connection. Once I started paying attention to how sugar was affecting my energy, cravings, and mood—I couldn’t unsee it.
✨ What you eat during each phase of your cycle matters.
Your body has different needs during each phase of your menstrual cycle. Learning how to eat in sync with those shifts—like boosting iron during your period or healthy fats during the luteal phase—can be a game-changer for energy, mood, and hormone balance.
✨ Sleep affects everything.
Not getting enough rest doesn’t just make you tired—it impacts your hunger signals, hormone production, blood sugar regulation, and emotional stability. Prioritizing sleep became one of the most powerful tools for supporting my body.
✨ High cholesterol isn’t just about fat.
It’s often a sign of deeper imbalances—like blood sugar issues, inflammation, or hormone dysfunction. We’ve been taught to fear cholesterol, but the full picture is more nuanced than just cutting out butter.
✨ Postpartum hormones are wild—but manageable.
That season can feel unpredictable, emotional, and exhausting. But it doesn’t have to feel hopeless. With the right support—nutritionally and emotionally—your body can rebalance. You can feel like yourself again.
These are the reasons I created my hormone-supportive recipe book. I wanted to take the guesswork out of what to eat and how to nourish your body through all its changes—whether you’re cycling, postpartum, or just trying to feel more like you again.
If you're ready to start feeling more balanced, energized, and supported in your health journey, this guide is for you. No stress, no complicated tracking—just real food that helps you feel good.
💛 Because you deserve to feel supported—not overwhelmed—by your wellness.
Grab my recipe book here and get started today!
