What is estrogen dominance?
Estrogen dominance occurs when there is an imbalance between estrogen and progesterone in the body, with higher levels of estrogen relative to progesterone. This condition is quite common among women, especially during certain phases of life such as puberty, perimenopause and menopause.
Some key things to know about estrogen dominance:
- It can be caused by a variety of factors like chronic stress, poor diet, environmental toxins, low progesterone, obesity, thyroid disorders, etc.
- Symptoms can include irregular periods, heavy bleeding, fibroids, bloating, weight gain, fatigue, mood swings, anxiety etc.
- It increases the risk for hormone-dependent conditions like uterine fibroids, endometriosis, breast cysts, cancers and infertility.
So how do you treat or prevent estrogen dominance? Here are some tips:
- Consider bioidentical progesterone cream to balance hormones
- Maintain ideal weight through diet and exercise
- Reduce exposure to xenoestrogens and detox regularly
- Improve gut health to support detoxification
- Try stress reduction techniques like yoga and meditation
- If needed, consult a functional medicine specialist like practitioners at Balance Hormone Clinic clinic
Balance Hormone Clinic helps patients navigate hormone health through comprehensive testing and personalized treatment plans consisting of bioidentical hormones, supplements, nutrition and lifestyle changes customized to the patient's unique needs. I highly recommend them!
Let me know if you have any other questions on this topic. Taking charge of your hormone health is so important!