We as human beings are influenced by the moon, but do you know how? Do a quick search on google about how the moon influences the body and you will get a huge amount of suggestions, over 2 million to be exact. While both men and women experience changes throughout the month in response to what phase the moon is in, women have the most dramatic response to the moon.
First of all, lets think about the moon and what we know it influences on earth. The most obvious is the moon’s influence on the ocean. When the moon is full the ocean experiences high tides and when the moon is dark (new moon) the ocean experiences low tides. Well, the same can be said in the physical body. When the tide is high (full moon) the water content in our body is full and this is when women naturally ovulate. When the tide is out or the moon is dark we have the least amount of water content in our bodies and this is when women will naturally menstruate. Just as the moon pulls the tide out of the ocean, the moon also pulls the fluid out of the body.
How does this affect my health?
Have you ever noticed that you have certain times of the month when you “feel” better than at other times? This is normal and natural. Those of us who have less water content in our bodies feel more balanced when the moon is full then when the moon is dark. Those of us who have extra fat or water in our bodies feel better during the new moon phase as the pull of the moon draws the water content from the body. Because women are more tuned in to their emotions they are more likely to feel and respond to these changes even if they are unaware of them. The phase of the moon also affects our cravings. If you are a dry person and the moon is full you will feel most balanced and so your cravings will be minimal at this time. But, during the new moon you will be craving heavy foods such as sweets and comfort foods because the water content has been taken from your body. The sweet taste is the most nourishing of all tastes and “fills” us up again.
Most women, if not on a contraception pill or devise, will start to ovulate with the full moon and cleanse the body through menstruating during the new moon. And, as women, our emotions are heightened either at ovulation or menstruation. The more balanced you are the less dramatic this time of the month will be for you. The more “out of balance” you are the more you will experience mood swings, cravings and/or tiredness, not to mention a whole host of other discomforts we experience.
What I want you to get from this article is that it is natural to have certain times of the month when you “feel” better, have more energy and when you crave foods. What I want you to check in with yourself about is if the low energy and cravings occur all the time. If they do then adjusting your food will not only clear up the energy and food cravings, but will also clear up the discomfort around your monthly cycle.
Here are a few things to try during the two pivotal changes of the moon to increase energy and stop craving foods:
During the Full Moon
- Implement a new routine such as healthy eating or exercise. This is the best time as most of us “feel” better when the moon is full.
- Drink less liquids
- Avoid heavy dairy or oily foods
During the New Moon
- Eat foods that are moist, nourishing and tasty
- Allow full flavours in your “healthy” food items at this time because if you don’t you will be eating the non-healthy foods
- Don’t forget to add some oil to your food as this will help keep the cravings down
Always listen to your body. If you are craving a sweet food or a comfort food then ask yourself if it’s something you need or something you want. If it’s something you want purely because it tastes good then try to substitute the item with a “healthy” choice. Also, if you are giving your body all it needs in terms of nutrition then cravings will be minimal or non-existent so pay attention to your meals and make sure you are giving your body 4 components:
- Vegetable
- Protein
- Whole grain
- Little oil
When all 4 of these components are included in your mid-day meal you will reduce cravings and feel an increase in energy.
In conclusion, pay attention to your body and notice if you feel a change during the phases of the moon. Allow your body the changes it needs during the month without putting judgment on yourself or what you feel you need to do. If cravings are strong and regular then pay attention to your meals and make sure you are giving your body all the nutrition it needs, especially at the mid-day meal or lunch. And last but not least, love the body you were given and treat it as something special because it is. It is what you were given to use and to understand it will give you an insight to your health.
Edie!
This is a very good and interesting article! I never really thought about the moon in relationship to our eating habits. Your article is a focal point to remind us that we are animals and the moon definitely plays a role in our everyday lives. When I was taking care of employee concerns at work, the full moon always brought in more people with emotional problems and serious thoughts of suicide or the inability to cope with work issues. Physicians as a rule will not operate unless they must during the full moon because of excess blood flow. So of course the moon cycles would play a large role in the balance of fluid in our bodies since we are largely composed of water. The article is good “food for thought” and I will take it seriously. Thanks!
Thanks for your comments Karen. There are so many ways that we are connected with the moon. Thanks for bringing up some other aspects. Much love to You!!
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