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Using Basal Body Temperature Tracking
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Using Basal Body Temperature Tracking

Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND

In extremely simplistic terms, the first half of your cycle- the follicular phase– is dominated by estrogen. Once you have ovulated and are in the second half of your cycle- the luteal phase– it is dominated by progesterone. What is unique about these 2 hormones is that they have different thermogenic effects, this means they change your body temperature. If you track your body temperature daily you can chart your hormone patterns and figure out what’s going on in your unique body.

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Are Your Periods Far From Normal? 10 Causes of Abnormal Cycles
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Are Your Periods Far From Normal? 10 Causes of Abnormal Cycles

Written by Dr. Caleigh Sumner, ND

How do you know what’s normal and what’s abnormal when it comes to periods? Even after a decade or two of menstruating it can still feel like you don’t have a handle on when it’s coming, how many tampons you’ll need, and if you’ll be cringing with pain! Maybe you’re one of those people that wear a pad daily just in case, or have a heating pack with you at all times just to be sure you’re ready. If you’ve asked your friends about their periods, you probably get all kinds of answers because each of our cycles are pretty unique.

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