Nutrition
Luteal Phase Carb Timing
Luteal phase carb timing spreads complex carbs through daytime meals to steady blood sugar and ease premenstrual cravings for many people.
Luteal phase carb timing spreads complex carbohydrates across meals in the week before bleeding when insulin sensitivity may dip and cravings spike for some athletes. Oats, beans, fruit, and whole grains at breakfast and lunch steady blood sugar better than skimping all day then rebounding at night.
Pair carbs with protein and fiber.
Common questions
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Are all carbs equal in the luteal phase?
Fiber-rich complex sources usually outperform refined sugar alone for satiety and mood. Include protein at the same meal to blunt spikes.
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