Seed Cycling Energy Balls That You'll Actually Want to Eat (Recipe Inside)
If you've been curious about seed cycling but the thought of choking down tablespoons of seeds makes you want to run the other way, I have the perfect solution for you.
These seed cycling energy balls make supporting your hormones feel like a treat instead of a chore. And honestly, that's how hormone healing should feel! Nourishing, not punishing.
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Seed cycling taps into the natural benefits of these four specific seeds:
Flax
Pumpkin
Sesame
Sunflower
These four seeds support your body's natural hormone fluctuations throughout your cycle. There are two different seeds for each half of your cycle, each one packed with nutrients that support hormone production and balance.
During the first half of your cycle (day 1 of your period until ovulation), you'll focus on pumpkin seeds and flaxseeds. Then, from ovulation until your next period, you'll switch to sesame seeds and sunflower seeds. (Read this post to learn how to track your cycle).
Why Seed Cycling Actually Works
Here's the simple science behind it: these seeds contain specific nutrients that your body uses to produce hormones.
Pumpkin seeds and flaxseeds are rich in omega-3s and lignans that support estrogen production during the first half of your cycle.
Sesame and sunflower seeds provide vitamin E and healthy fats that help with progesterone production after ovulation. Your body literally uses these nutrients as building blocks for balanced hormones.
But here's where most people get stuck: how do you actually make this taste good and fit into real life? That's where these seed cycling energy balls come in. They're the perfect way to get your seeds in without feeling like you're eating bird food.
Seed Cycling Energy Balls Recipe
1 cup oats (I use One Degree Organics)
1 cup oat flour (just blend your oats)
1 cup nut butter (I use homemade!)
1/2 cup honey
1 cup of the seed blend you’re in (I use Funk it Wellness - use code LEAH15 for a discount)
1 cup toasted coconut flakes
Sprinkle on a few TBS Hu chocolate
Mix everything up, roll into balls, and enjoy!
Storage tip: Keep these in the fridge for up to a week, or make a double batch on Sunday and freeze half for later. They're perfect for grab-and-go snacks!
Choosing the Right Seeds for Seed Cycling
The quality of your seeds actually matters. A lot.
Most seeds you grab off grocery store shelves have been sitting around for months, sometimes even ground up and exposed to light and air. By the time they reach you, they're often rancid and have lost most of their beneficial properties. Definitely NOT what we're going for when we're trying to support our hormones!
For the best results, you want whole, raw, organic seeds that you grind fresh right before eating.
This preserves all those hormone-supporting nutrients we're after.
Now, I know what you're thinking. Grinding seeds every day sounds like one more thing to add to your already packed schedule. And honestly, if you're juggling work, family, and everything else life throws at you, the last thing you need is another complicated step in your routine.
That's where Funk It Wellness comes in.
They've taken all the guesswork out of seed cycling by creating pre-measured blends for each phase of your cycle. The seeds are ground right before they ship them to you, so you get all the freshness without any of the daily prep work.
Use code LEAH15 to get a discount on your seeds at Funk it Wellness!
Whether you decide to grind your own seeds or go with a ready-made option, supporting your hormones doesn't have to feel like another item on your endless to-do list. These seed cycling energy balls prove that nourishing your body can actually be enjoyable and simple enough to stick with long-term!
Start with just one small change, like swapping your afternoon snack for these hormone-supporting energy balls. Your body will thank you for it!