Gentle “Rice Pudding” with Plums & Flaxseeds

After your menstruation, your body begins to rebuild: energy, joy, and mental clarity return. During this follicular phase, your breakfast should be light, nourishing, and supportive – helping your liver, gut, and hormones stay in balance.

This psyllium “rice pudding” with plum compote is perfect for that: it nourishes without feeling heavy, stimulates digestion, and naturally supports your feminine balance.

Flaxseeds – Natural Hormone Balance & Gentle Detox

Flaxseeds are rich in lignans, plant compounds that gently influence and harmonize estrogen levels. Since estrogen naturally rises during this phase, flaxseeds help your body balance this process smoothly.

Their soluble fiber also supports a healthy gut – essential for eliminating excess hormones and promoting clear, glowing skin.

Plums – Sweet Support for Liver & Cellular Protection

Plums are loaded with antioxidants and polyphenols that support the liver’s role in hormone metabolism. They help your body flush out metabolic residues while gently revitalizing your energy.

Thanks to their natural sugars, plums provide a mild and steady energy boost without causing blood sugar spikes.

Cardamom – The Harmonizing Spice

Cardamom is a true treasure for the follicular phase. It promotes digestion, eases bloating, and uplifts your mood – perfect for finding your inner balance after menstruation.

In Ayurvedic tradition, cardamom is considered a “Sattva spice” that purifies body and mind, restoring the natural flow of life energy.

Recipe: Psyllium “Rice Pudding” with Plum Compote

Light, creamy & perfect for hormonal balance

“Rice Pudding” Base

• 200 ml unsweetened soy milk

• 1 tbsp psyllium husks (adjust to desired thickness)

• 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds

• 1 tbsp soy yogurt

• ½ tsp cinnamon and cardamom powder

• 1 pinch of salt

Plum Compote

• 3 plums (fresh or frozen, pitted)

• ½ tsp cinnamon and cardamom powder

• 2 tbsp water

Preparation

Plum Compote: Add plums, water, cinnamon, and cardamom to a small pot. Heat gently and let simmer for 5–10 minutes until the plums are soft and juicy.

“Rice Pudding” Base: Warm the soy milk slightly, then add the spices and salt. Stir in flaxseeds, then psyllium husks, mixing well.Let it sit for 10–15 minutes until it forms a creamy, pudding-like texture. Finally, fold in the soy yogurt.

To Serve:Spoon the psyllium “rice pudding” into a bowl, top with the plum compote, and garnish with nuts, a bit of yogurt, or fresh mint if you like.

Enjoy this warm in the morning to gently activate your digestion. During warmer months, you can also let it set overnight in the fridge – it then has a cooling, refreshing effect, perfect for a light and energizing start to your follicular phase.