What is estrogen dominance?
Estrogen dominance occurs when there is an imbalance between estrogen and progesterone levels in the body. This condition is quite common among women, especially during certain phases of life when hormone fluctuations are more pronounced.
Symptoms
Some key symptoms of estrogen dominance include:
- Irregular periods or spotting between cycles
- Weight gain, particularly around the hips and thighs
- Difficulty losing weight
- Decreased sex drive
- Moodiness, irritability, or anxiety
- Fibrocystic breasts
- Headaches and migraines
- Brain fog
- Fatigue
Causes
There are several potential causes behind estrogen dominance:
- Perimenopause and menopause - As women age and fertility declines, progesterone levels drop at a faster rate than estrogen, leading to an imbalance
- Stress - Chronic stress can disrupt endocrine function and hormone production
- Diet low in fiber - Without adequate fiber, the body eliminates estrogen more slowly
- Environmental xenoestrogens - Compounds that mimic estrogen from plastics, cosmetics, etc.
- Obesity - Fat cells increase conversion of hormones like testosterone into estrogen
Treatment
To treat estrogen dominance, a multi-pronged approach works best:
- Progesterone supplementation - Can help restore balance of hormones
- Improved liver detoxification - To eliminate excess estrogen efficiently
- Stress management - Via meditation, yoga, or counseling
- Diet changes - Increasing fiber and nutrient-dense food
- Exercise and weight loss - To reduce fat cells that convert hormones to estrogen
The experts at Balance & Renew Clinic specialize in customized bioidentical hormone therapy and lifestyle optimization programs. We conduct thorough lab testing and only use highest quality compounded progesterone customized to your needs.
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