Food is truly medicine, and when you tailor your diet to your body’s natural rhythm, you can unlock better energy, smoother periods, and fewer symptoms. The menstrual cycle is comprised of four distinct phases—Menstrual, Follicular, Ovulatory, and Luteal—each requiring specific nutritional support. Understanding this cycle is the key to knowing the foods to eat during different phases of menstrual cycle to optimize your well-being.

Phase 1: Menstrual (Day 1-7) – The Resting Phase

As you bleed, your body is engaged in a major cleansing process and you may lose essential nutrients, particularly iron. The focus here is on replenishment and …