Phase 3 of the Feminine Lunar Cycle is the female full moon (aka ovulation). In Chinese Medicine, Yang Energy, Summer (Fire Element) is HERE. For the feminine this is a time to make the move into action. Governing over the Heart and Small Intestines. All this nourishment will assist you in supporting the burst of energy and your current focus.

In addition, if you are in the season of your life to make babies (or not), this is that special moment to make space for love making. The heart energy will support you with COURAGE and JOY.

During this part of the moon cycle, you will want to replenish the liver/spleen energy and nourish the heart. Below is a recipe that will do both.

Roasted Beet, Apples, and Fennel Winter Salad with Balsamic Dressing

Servings

2-3

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Ingredients

1/2 C Sprouted Pumpkin Seeds
3 Roasted Red Beets, Sliced (roast in the oven with oil and salt rubbed on at 350^ till tender)
1 Fennel Bulb, thinly sliced
1 Green Apple , thickly sliced
3 C Arugula
3 T Olive Oil
3 T Balsamic Vinegar
3 T Pure Maple Syrup
1 Tsp. Dark Mustard
Salt + Pepper to Taste

Instructions

1. In a bowl, add the beets, apples and fennel. Gently, toss.
Mix the dressing in a small bowl with a fork.
Add a few tablespoons of the dressing to the bowl of beets and toss.
On a platter add, arugula to the platter.
Add the beets, apples and fennel.
Sprinkle on the pumpkin seeds.
Serve with remaining dressing on the side.
Enjoy with a friend under the sun.

Dressing

Blend these in a bowl with a fork or whisk: 3 T Olive Oil 3 T Balsamic Vinegar 3 T Pure Maple Syrup 1 Tsp. Dark Mustard Salt + Pepper to Taste

THE OVULATORY PHASE

by Molly Helfend

“DAYS 3 to 5 days (1 day for ovulation)

SEASON Summer

ELEMENT Fire

HERBAL SUPPORT
◆ Cordyceps ◆ JING ◆ I AM GAIA◆ Tremella

THE SCIENCE This is the time when our hormones reach their peak. Your pituitary gland releases luteinising hormones (LH) that stimulate the follicle to release an egg, which then promotes the uterine lining to thicken as oestrogen rises. About 24 to 36 hours after LH surges, ovulation occurs, which is your body’s way of saying it’s ready for pregnancy. The egg will die or dissolve if it isn’t fertilized and your menses will begin about 14 days following ovulation. The remaining ovarian structure becomes the corpus luteum, which produces progesterone. You can identify this fertile time by your cervical fluid, which has lots of elasticity, with a clear, egg white slippery consistency.

FEELING Thanks to an oestrogen boost, women tend to feel incredible! Confidence is glowing and sexuality and connection feel right at our fingertips.

TO DO Ovulation is at a peak point in your cycle, just as summer is the fiery yang of the year. This season and phase brings about extroverted, dynamic action.
◆ Physical movement ◆ Playful activities ◆Date nights ◆ Job interviews ◆ Networking and community events ◆Step out of your comfort zone

EXERCISE This is the time to engage in high intensity workouts such as running, HIIT, cycling, swimming. If you are looking for a physical release of sexual energy besides intercourse, try pole dancing, yoga, self pleasure or ecstatic dance.

FOOD Focus on foods that support liver detoxification and balance blood sugar such as:
◆Flax seeds ◆Chia seeds ◆Cruciferous vegetables ◆Sprouts ◆ Berries ◆ Celery juice ◆Figs ◆ Red beans ◆Amla ◆Pomegranate

*SuperFeast also recommends – Wild caught salmon and tuna, free-range eggs, sustainably sourced lamb.

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