5 Root causes of hormone imbalances

1. Inflammation
Chronic inflammation is associated with insulin resistance, high testosterone and high cortisol. Poor gut health is often a major cause of widespread inflammation.

2. Blood sugar
Big fluctuations between high and low blood sugar can cause obvious mood changes and various hormone imbalances. Insulin resistance, which leads to high blood sugar, is the largest known contributing factor in most women with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome).

3. Stress and sleep disturbances
Stress can interferes with the production of hormones from the ovary, dysregulates blood sugar, increases PMS and can contribute to thyroid disorders. A lack of sleep can also play with your hormones, as sleep is essential for the body to regulate hormone production and maintain a good hormonal balance.

4. Deficiencies
Hormonal imbalances are often associated with common nutritional deficiencies, such as magnesium, vitamin D, B vitamins, vitamin C, iodine, and zinc.

5. Toxins
Many environmental toxins contain substances known as "xenoestrogens," which are compounds that mimic estrogen in the body. Xenoestrogens bind to estrogen receptors, it can disrupt the normal functioning of the endocrine system and could potentially lead to estrogen dominance.

These compounds can be found in environmental toxins such as:

These compounds can be found in environmental toxins such as:

Plastics (water bottles, food containers). Use glass containers instead or look for products labeled BPA-free.

Personal care products (cosmetics, lotions, shampoos, etc). Look for clean beauty products that are made with natural ingredients.

Synthetic fragrances (air freshners, candles, etc). You can look for products with natural fragrances or consider using essential oils instead.

Cleaning products: some cleaning products contain xenoestrogens. Try to go for natural brands or simply make your own use vinegar, baking soda and lemon.

Adopting a healthy lifestyle is important to support hormonal balance and overall health. Adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes regular exercise, stress management, balanced diet and limiting toxin exposure is a great way to improve your hormonal health. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance.