15 - The Hormone-Cannabis Connection: Dosing with Body Literacy with Kyla de Clifford.

Today we’re diving into a question every canna-curious woman has either wondered about, or learned the hard way: How do I actually dose cannabis? And what does my cycle have to do with it?If you’ve ever taken an edible and suddenly found yourself narrating your life like it’s a David Attenborough documentary or if you’ve avoided trying again after a not-so-great experience, this one’s for you.In this episode, we’ll cover:How to find your personal sweet spotWhat to do if you overdo itWhy estrogen, ovulation, and the luteal phase can change your THC sensitivityHow to work with your cycle (instead of against it) using intentional, layered dosingWe’ll walk through what a low dose actually looks like, how to track what’s working, and why body literacy is your best friend when it comes to plant medicine. Plus, I’ll break down each phase of your menstrual cycle and how it can impact your cannabis experience from microdosing for cramps to titrating carefully during PMS.Whether you're new to this space or looking to deepen your relationship with the plant, this episode gives you the tools to tune in, track wisely, and dose with confidence.Download Your FREE Dosing + Cycle Tracker Here: https://cannacurious.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/gold-leaf-cycle-trader-one-page.pdfReferences + studies mentioned are also listed below:Craft RM, Wakley AA, Tsutsui KT, Laggart JD. (2012). Sex differences in cannabinoid pharmacology: A reflection of differences in the endocannabinoid system? Life Sciences, 92(8–9), 476–481. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lfs.2011.09.017Cooper ZD & Craft RM. (2018). Sex-dependent effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: A translational perspective. Neuropsychopharmacology, 43(1), 34–51. https://doi.org/10.1038/npp.2017.140Cuttler C, Mischley LK, Sexton M. (2020). Sex differences in cannabis use and effects: A cross-sectional survey of cannabis users. Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, 5(4), 252–262. https://doi.org/10.1089/can.2019.0078Sinclair J, Oudshoorn E, et al. (2024). Cannabis Use for Menstrual Health and Symptom Management: An Observational Survey of Australian Women. (Forthcoming – presented at the International Endometriosis and Cannabis Symposium, 2024)Note: This study is not yet published in a journal but was presented at a medical conference. Check back on the Lambert Initiative for Cannabinoid Therapeutics or cannabisresearchaustralia.org for publication updates.Ross M. (2020). Vitamin Weed: A 4-Step Plan to Prevent and Reverse Endocannabinoid Deficiency.https://www.drmicheleross.com/vitaminweed/"Send us a message"Support the showConnect with Kyla de CliffordInstagram: @cannacuriousausTikTok: @cannacuriousauYouTube: @cannacuriousIf you enjoyed this episode, please follow, share, and leave a review - it helps the podcast reach more curious minds just like you.Sovereign Creator • https://sovereigncreator.ioDisclaimer:We are not doctors, and this is not medical advice. Everything shared here is based on our personal lived experiences and the stories of others. Always speak with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.