Hormonal (im)balance
What happens in a woman's body when there is a hormonal imbalance? Hormonal balance is key to a woman's health, well-being, and overall energy. Imbalance occurs when certain hormones drop or rise outside of optimal ranges. Estrogen and progesterone are the most important female sex hormones. Women also have testosterone, but in much lower amounts than men (the exception may be PCOS, where testosterone is often elevated)¹. When these sex hormones are out of balance, it’s rarely just about them. Research confirms that the causes of hormonal imbalances are often also related to adrenal function, thyroid, liver, gut microbiome, and lifestyle, including chronic stress². Therefore, it is important to address hormonal imbalance comprehensively, focusing not only on female sex hormones,...