In the Flo: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life

by Alisa Vitti

Ovulatory Thanks to surging estrogen, your energy levels should be high, and your moods should be stable during the ovulatory phase of your cycle. However, without the right dietary support, that surge may go too far and make you vulnerable to experiencing the symptoms of excess levels of estrogen, such as acne. According to traditional Chinese medicine, this is a hot phase of the cycle because of the temperature change from ovulation, so you can sustain the most raw foods during this phase. Fill up on veggies (red bell pepper, spinach, tomato, leafy greens) and fruit (raspberries, strawberries) for their cooling effect and fiber. These foods also provide high levels of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant that will help your liver metabolize excess estrogen from your body more efficiently. Remember, your metabolism is slower in the first half of your cycle, so you don’t need as many calories and will feel good with lighter meals. You don’t need as many carbohydrates, so you can feel satisfied with lighter grains, such as quinoa and corn.