04/09/2026
replete (luteal + spring) rituals - dandelion leaf tea for PMS-related bloating;
I just saw my first dandi so spring is sort of here! Dandelion leaf, aka taraxacum officinale is more than just a pesky w**d, this common herb acts as a potassium-sparing diuretic to help combat fluid retention that often comes in the late luteal phase.
〰️ research shows that 5g of dried leaf drank as a tea up to three times daily in the week leading up to me**es can make a significant difference in edema & bloating
I drink mine iced with lemon juice + lemon salts; electrolytes are another PMS ritual since they help regulate the amount of water in the body by maintaining a balance inside and outside of cells.
happy (kind of) spring 🌱