Are your hormones ruling your life lately?
Whether you’re trying to conceive or just want to feel more like yourself throughout the month, hormonal imbalance can have a massive effect on your energy, mood, digestion, skin, and overall wellbeing.
I speak to so many women at our fertility acupuncture clinic who say they just don’t feel right—they’re bloated, irritable, exhausted, or struggling with PMS that wipes them out every month. And while we’ve been conditioned to think that’s “just part of being a woman,” it doesn’t have to be that way.
When you support your hormones properly, your cycle becomes more predictable, symptoms reduce, and you begin to feel grounded and balanced again.
Here are 6 practical ways to start supporting your hormones, starting today:
🧘♀️ 1. Sync Your Exercise with Your Cycle
Your body is constantly changing across your menstrual cycle, and your energy needs fluctuate too. Around ovulation (mid-cycle), your testosterone levels are higher—this is the best time for strength training or cardio workouts.
But during your period or the luteal phase (before your period starts), your body needs more rest. Gentle movement like walking, stretching, or yoga will support your hormones without taxing your system.
This is one of the most overlooked ways to honour your hormonal health—and it can make a real difference in how you feel.
🍷 2. Cut Alcohol Around Ovulation & Your Period
Alcohol can raise oestrogen levels, especially if consumed around ovulation or menstruation. And while that spike may seem harmless, the drop that follows can be brutal.
Mood swings, heavier periods, and worsened PMS are all linked to this hormonal rollercoaster. Reducing (or eliminating) alcohol around key points in your cycle can really help even things out.
🥑 3. Fuel Your Body for Hormone Production
Your body builds hormones out of the food you eat. If your diet is high in sugar, processed foods, or lacking in key nutrients, your body will struggle to make balanced hormones.
Instead, focus on:
The Mediterranean diet is one of the best approaches for hormone health—and it’s delicious, too!
😴 4. Prioritise Sleep in the Luteal Phase
The week leading up to your period is often the hardest, especially if you suffer from PMDD or hormonal mood changes. One of the best things you can do during this time is prioritise rest and sleep.
Lack of sleep will amplify emotional swings and make it harder for your body to regulate hormone fluctuations. If you struggle with switching off, try this deep rest meditation on YouTube—it’s designed to help your body recharge even if you don’t fall asleep.
☕ 5. Watch Your Caffeine Intake
We all love a morning cuppa—but too much caffeine can raise cortisol (your stress hormone), which in turn throws off your other hormones like progesterone, insulin, and even thyroid function.
Try to limit yourself to one cup a day, drink it with food (not on an empty stomach), and stay well hydrated throughout the day with water and herbal teas.
💬 6. Talk to Yourself with Compassion
When your hormones dip, it’s normal to feel more sensitive, more tired, more reactive. It’s not a character flaw—it’s biology.
In those moments, try to remember: this is not me, this is my hormones. And they will pass. Hormonal shifts affect everything from how we think to how we feel physically, and simply acknowledging this can help you navigate them with more grace.
💕 Hormonal Balance = A Healthier, Happier You
Whether you’re trying to conceive or simply want to feel more stable and energised throughout your cycle, these simple shifts can make a world of difference.
And if you feel like things are way off and you don’t know where to start—reach out. With the right testing and tailored support, you can get to the root of what’s going on and feel like you again.
You don’t have to live at the mercy of your hormones. Let’s bring your body back into balance—gently, naturally, and with support that works for you.
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