It's all about Balance - How to Keep your Hormones in Check!

Hormone imbalances are quite common in women.

They can cause a range of physical symptoms such as bloating, weight gain, fibrocystic breasts, fibroids, hypothyroidism and so forth. ​

But they can also really mental and emotional health. They can impact mood, energy, and ability to cope with stress.





How do hormones become imbalanced?

• Poor Diet: High saturated fats, sugar, refined carbohydrates 
• Elevated blood sugar
• Stress and overexertion 
• Certain nutritional deficiencies 
• Impaired liver function [may impair hormone breakdown]
• Sluggish bowel function [may allow re-absorption of hormones]
• Insomnia, night shifts
• Overweight or underweight 
• Exposure to toxins, pharmaceutical drugs, hormone disrupting chemicals

How can I naturally regulate my hormones?

• Healthy, well balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables, healthy fats, proteins from both plant and animal [grass fed] sources
• High fiber diet
  • Insoluble fibres = wheat bran, dark green leafy vegetables, and whole grains, fruit skins, seeds and nuts. These help regulate bowel movements and remove toxic waste from colon. 
  • Soluble fiber = oat bran, barley, nuts, seeds, beans, flax seeds, lentils, peas, and some fruits and vegetables. It is also found in psyllium, a common fiber supplement. These help regulate blood sugar and reduce unhealthy fats in the body.
• Take time to de-stress: Try out yoga, exercise [especially strength training], spend time in nature, pick up a mindfulness colouring book - whatever works, make time to restore yourself. It will save you more time in the long run. 
• Reduce added and refined sugar intake
• Establish a regular sleep pattern and sleep hygiene [no screen time 1-2 hours before bed, dark quiet room, progressive muscle relaxation or meditation before bed]
• Reduce burden on liver by removing added chemicals and exposures to toxins as much as possible. Try out castor oil packs over the liver, or try milk thistle and dandelion teas to support liver function.

If you are not improving using these types of measures, see a Naturopathic Doctor for proper diagnosis and further support with Hormone Health.

• ND's can order hormone testing to determine exactly which hormones are out of balance and are trained in the use of botanical hormone modulators, and using clinical nutrition and supplements to support the regulation of hormones. 

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