Estrogen levels peak and stop Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) production
Luteinizing Hormone (LH) is produced which signals the release of the egg from the maturing follicle
The release of the egg is the main event of the cycle. Once the egg is released, it is drawn into the fallopian tubes which move the egg towards the uterus.
Libido and energy levels are at their highest to prepare for potential pregnancy. If the egg is not fertilised, it will die.
After ovulation, the follicle that released the egg forms into a temporary endocrine structure known as Corpus Luteum, which releases the hormone Progesterone to prime the body for pregnancy
Some women can experience lower abdominal pain, often localised to one side during ovulation
Basal body temperature rises slightly after ovulation
Under-eating, stress, over-training, obesity and disordered eating are factors that can affect ovulation. Without ovulation, progesterone levels will be low
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