Hormonal Imbalance
Hormonal imbalances occur when there is too much or too little of a hormone in the blood.
Hormonal Imbalance
Hormonal imbalance can be high hormone states or low hormone states leading to symptoms of low libido, erectile dysfunction, PMS (premenstrual syndrome), irregular periods, heavy periods, painful periods, endometriosis, fatigue, insomnia, night sweats, weight gain and acne. This can cause significant life distress and decrease quality of life.
Did you know?
Hormones are the chemical messengers that affect different processes in the body, including metabolism, growth and development, sexual function and reproduction as well as emotions and mood.
Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance
- Irregular periods
- Painful periods
- Mood swings
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Night sweats
- Low libido
- Erectile dysfunction
- Fatigue
- Weight gain
- Acne
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Hormonal Imbalance
What is causing my hormone imbalance?
Hormonal imbalance can be brought on on by poor diet, medication use, stress, etc leading to dysbiosis or bacterial imbalance and pathogenic overgrowth in the GI tract as well inadequate digestion and absorption of food which leads to impaired cellular communication and function. This all leads to increased inflammation in the body and impaired detoxification further contributing to hormonal imbalance
What are typical treatments for hormonal imbalance?
Typical treatments are aimed at treating the immediate symptom with hormone replacement therapy used topically, orally or inserted as pellets. These medications will make the symptoms better with their use but do not address the cause leading to dependency on the medication and frequent dosage changes. Using these medications inside an inflammed and toxic body can lead to the development of cancer.
How do I figure out what is the cause of my hormone imbalance?
In depth biomarker analysis looking for toxin overloads, hormone testing via blood and saliva and testing for hormone metabolites as well as adrenal function will help your practitioner to develop a comprehensive plan to get your hormones back on track. Addressing lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, sleep, gastrointestinal function and stress management are also important aspects to your care.
