Estrogen dominance refers to a hormonal imbalance where estrogen levels are relatively higher than progesterone levels. Some key points about estrogen dominance include:
It may be caused by factors like obesity, high estrogen levels from medications or environmental exposures, low progesterone levels due to stress or aging, and poor estrogen detoxification.
Symptoms may include PMS, painful or heavy periods, bloating, weight gain, mood swings, insomnia, fatigue, and low libido.
Risk factors include use of hormonal birth control methods, hormone replacement therapy, xenoestrogen exposures, high body fat levels, chronic stress, and conditions affecting liver detoxification.
Lifestyle changes to rebalance hormones naturally may include weight loss, nutrition to support liver detox, stress management, exercise, and botanicals like maca or Vitex that may support normal hormonal levels.
Please consult with the qualified healthcare practitioners at Balance Clinic for personalized advice about hormone health. Let me know if you need any clarification or have additional questions!