Started the Energy supplement this week….i DO feel it! lol feels like everything is clearer and sharper…like brain fog is lifting and body fog lifting too. Weird to describe - and all good!

The menstrual cycle is driven by communication between the brain and ovaries through the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian (HPO) axis. Understanding this brain-body connection empowers women to track their cycles effectively and optimize their health. Phases of the Menstrual Cycle (~28 day cycle) and Brain Influence: Menstrual Phase (Days 1-5) - What’s happening: Uterine lining sheds as hormone levels drop. - Brain’s Role: The hypothalamus releases GnRH to stimulate Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) production by the pituitary gland - Mood/Energy: Low estrogen can cause fatigue, irritability, or brain fog. Follicular Phase (Days 6-14) - What’s happening: FSH promotes follicle growth; estrogen increases. - Brain’s Role: Estrogen improves serotonin levels, memory, and focus. - Mood/Energy: Feel energized, optimistic, and mentally sharp. Ovulation (Around Day 14) - What’s happening: A surge in Luteinizing Hormone (LH) triggers egg release. - Brain’s Role: Estrogen enhances reward circuits and social behavior. - Mood/Energy: Increased libido, confidence, and sociability. Luteal Phase (Days 15-28) - What’s happening: Progesterone rises to maintain the uterine lining. - Brain’s Role: Progesterone activates GABA receptors (calming effect). - Mood/Energy: Initially calm, but PMS (premenstrual syndrome) may occur as estrogen drops. *** I would suggest making note of any physical symptoms and/or feelings that may come up within this phase *** Hormones and Brain Function Across the Cycle - Estrogen: Boosts serotonin and neuroplasticity (positive mood and cognition). - Progesterone: Activates GABA for relaxation but drops near the period, causing PMS. - Cortisol: Chronic stress can disrupt the HPO axis, affecting cycle regularity. Tools for Tracking Your Cycle - Calendar Apps (i.e. Flo, Apple Health App, Period Calendar) - Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Tracking: 1. Use a basal thermometer 2. Take your temperature every morning before getting out of bed 3. A temperature rise (~0.3-0.5°F) indicates ovulation.

As we continue building the Essentials Course, it will contain some of the most valuable information you have ever come across. This is the same information I have shared with many clients and patients in person that have helped transform lives. Since I am looking for ACTIVE members to help me build this community, this $2,000 course will be unlocked in 3 different ways: 1. A one time payment of $2,000. 2. Engage in no less than 20 conversations, posts and/or likes... you get an automatic point for every interaction and it will be posted under your picture so you can see your score at any time. 3. Invite 2 people that didn't previously know Dr. Alid or this group at tell them to state you invited them when they introduce themselves.

When someone comments or posts something, instead of just liking it with a thumbs up, YOU comment on their post… what did YOU like about it, get from it, not understand, want more info on, need help with something in that post but more specific towards a unique circumstance. Remember, it’s all women here and everyone could benefit from your comments, questions and experience. Let support each other!!!!! Remain active and help inspire participation!!!!!