Bloating in your follicular phase
Bloating is a swollen, full, or tight feeling in the belly, often with mild water retention. In your follicular phase it tends to flare because estrogen climbs steadily from its low and energy rebuilds, which can bring on bloating.
What's happening in your follicular phase
Estrogen is climbing. You feel more energetic, social, and creative, and your body recovers well from harder training.
What to eat
How to move
a 10-15 minute walk and gentle twists help move trapped gas and fluid.
Quick relief
- Cut back on salt and ultra-processed food for a few days.
- Potassium-rich foods like avocado and banana counter water retention.
- Peppermint or ginger tea settles the gut.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do I get bloating in my follicular phase?
In your follicular phase, estrogen climbs steadily from its low and energy rebuilds, which can bring on bloating.
What should I eat for bloating?
Foods that help include broccoli, avocado, ginger, citrus.