If you’re suddenly starving before your period, it’s not random. It’s hormonal.

Across your cycle, your body needs different amounts of fuel.

Oestrogen helps keep appetite lower and energy steady.
Progesterone increases metabolism, which can make you feel hungrier, especially in the second half of your cycle.

 

What that looks like

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Appetite can go either way. Focus on simple, nourishing, iron-rich foods.

Follicular phase
Energy and appetite feel more balanced. Lighter, fresh meals tend to satisfy.

Luteal phase (pre-period)
Hunger ramps up. Cravings are common. Your body needs more fuel, not less.
Protein, fats and fibre can help keep things steady.

The takeaway

Feeling hungrier before your period is normal.

It’s your body asking for more energy to support what’s happening hormonally. The goal isn’t to fight it, but to fuel it properly.

 

Want a little extra support?

Period Pal supports overall cycle health and helps ease common PMS symptoms.

Blood Sugar Babe supports healthy blood sugar balance, helping keep cravings and energy dips more steady.

Magnesium supports stress, muscle relaxation, and may help ease cramps, mood changes and fatigue, especially pre-period.

 

Want the deeper dive on what your hormones are doing across your cycle? Read more here.