Estrogen dominance - Hormone Wellness Center

What Exactly is Estrogen Dominance?

Estrogen dominance is a hormonal imbalance where a woman has higher levels of estrogen compared to progesterone. Now, wait a minute - aren't estrogen and progesterone both important hormones for us ladies? You betcha! But like everything in life, they need to be in balance.

"It's all about that ratio, baby!" - Monica from Friends

When estrogen starts calling the shots without enough progesterone to keep it in check, that's when the fun begins. Cue the onslaught of frustrating symptoms.

What Causes This Hormone Havoc?

Many things, my friend, many things. From birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy to ovarian cysts, obesity, insulin resistance, and drinking way too many margaritas (no judgment here!). Basically, anything that increases estrogen or decreases progesterone production can tip the scales.

So what kind of symptoms are we talking about here? Oh just the usual PMS stuff multiplied by a thousand:

• Tender breasts that feel like they're being used as punching bags
• Irregular periods that Aunt Flo seems to have forgotten about
• Mood swings so intense, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde would be proud
• Headaches that make you want to live under a rock

Not fun, right? But chin up, ladies! The awesome team at Hormone Wellness Center specializes in helping women just like you get their hormones back in harmony.

How Do You Treat Estrogen Dominance?

Ah, the million dollar question! Luckily, there are a few things that can help:

1. Get Tested: First step is to have your hormone levels checked by the pros to see where you're at.
2. Lifestyle Changes:
   • Eat more fiber to help flush out excess estrogen
   • Exercise regularly to reduce overall estrogen levels
   • Limit alcohol, which can worsen symptoms
3. Supplements: Stuff like chasteberry, calcium d-glucarate, and DIM may help metabolize estrogen.
4. Bioidentical Hormones: If lifestyle changes aren't enough, bioidentical progesterone can counteract the estrogen dominance.

The experts at Hormone Wellness Center will develop a personalized treatment plan to get you back to feeling like your energetic, zombie-free self in no time!

Don't let estrogen dominance cramp your style. Book a consultation at Hormone Wellness Center today and get ready to ditch the hot flashes, brain fog, and body swerves. Your inner hormone diva is waiting!