What Makes Healthy Hormones?
Do you struggle with lady problems?!
..Irregular cycles that come and go as they please... missing periods altogether... PMS, mood swings, & irritability.. Low energy, brain fog, insomnia, or poor sleep.. Cravings, low or no libido.. Endometriosis, PCOS, thyroid imbalances...infertility.. . & the list could go on!
Obviously these things are NOT ideal or fun in any way.. I know the feeling all too well babe.
But as women, our bodies really are INCREDIBLE.. we just have to understand them first!
Once you begin to understand your own body again, you can start taking action towards finding balance, health, and energy.. I mean how good would it feel to have energy ALL DAY LONG?!
That being said, I know trying to understand your body can feel overwhelming and frustrating, so let me break it down for you..
First of all, your hormones don't just jump out of whack for no reason. There is always an underlying factor and 99% of the time your actual hormones aren't the real issue.. instead they are the red flags from your body letting you know something else is taking place.
You can think about this like a check engine light on your car.. When you're in your car and the engine light comes on, the actual light itself isn't the issue. The light is there letting you know that something deeper in taking place. If all you do is replace the light without finding the problem, your car will continue to break down further. You can think of your hormones and symptoms in the same way.
Now, if you are reading this, you most likely are looking for more energy, better sleep, stable moods, more resilience to stress, easier periods, improved symptoms, and maybe even support in weight management. But in order to see results in any of these areas, you first have to make sure a few other areas of your body are balanced and working properly. (Just like we make sure all the internal parts of a car of working as well)
The most common imbalances show up in the following areas so this is always a great place to start:
Nutrition , Hydration , & Blood Sugar
You don't always need therapeutic and intense nutrition plans to heal. Sometimes it's as simple as coming back to a few basics.. Are you eating ENOUGH? Are you eating enough NUTRIENTS (processed pastas and daily sandwiches don't count here😉 ) Are you working to stabilize your blood sugar levels by nourishing with a proper balance of proteins, fiber, and healthy fats? Are you eating real, whole foods that lower inflammation and provide essential nutrients? Are you hydrated on a cellular level? .. These things all need to be in place first before any type of therapeutic nutrition will be able to support you! Since these nutrition basics are SO important, I've decided to create a program to support women just like you in understanding this. The first round of this Real Food Reset program starts soon! You can send me an email to keep up with all the details.
Stress Levels / Sleep
Stress is incredibly damaging to your system as a whole. Ensuring you have proper stress reduction practices in place and your getting adequate, restful sleep is ESSENTIAL to support your nervous system and create happy hormones. & no, sleeping 5 hours a night while constantly waking up does not count as restful sleep!
Digestive/ Gut Health
Have you ever heard the phrase "disease starts in the gut"? Well it's true! Your digestive system is extremely important for overall health and hormone balance. If bloating, constipation, excessive gas, or any other uncomfortable symptoms have become "normal" for you than addressing gut health is a MUST. (Oh, and you must be pooping at least 1x a day for optimal gut health!) When struggling with digestive health it's going to be important to work with someone who can help you identify the root cause of your symptoms.. our digestive systems are complex and discovering what's really going on is crucial for proper healing. But, that being said, MOST digestive issues can be almost completely reversed using a food, nutrition, and lifestyle approach. Digestive health is one of the first pillars I take you through in my 1:1 Hormone Healing Program because you can't have happy hormones if you don't first have a happy gut!
Detox pathways / Liver
Every day your body has to process and remove tons of chemicals and toxins from your body. If your detox pathways are sluggish and not functioning as they should, these chemical compounds, excess hormones, and toxins are being re-circulated into your bloodstream and throughout your body. (Hello painful/ heavy periods, excess belly fat, low libido, and other symptoms of excess estrogen!) Now, when I say detox, I'm NOT talking about going on a fad diet "detox". I'm talking about supporting your liver (the body's main detoxifier), making sure you are pooping daily by supporting optimal gut health, supporting drainage pathways, sweating daily, and nourishing with nutrient dense foods that allow your body to detoxify naturally. Healthy detox pathways can be supported daily through simple nutrition and lifestyle habits that are needed for YOUR body. You can learn a bit more about the 3 main body systems in relation to your hormones through this video.
Toxic load
Are you aware of the toxic load you are exposing yourself to daily? Everything from the food you eat, the skin care you use, and the air you breath is filled with toxins and chemicals that disrupt your body's natural processes and rhythms. If you struggle with low energy, weight loss resistance, sensitivity to scents or foods, skin flares including acne & eczema, water retention, puffy eyes, or even constipation, it might be a sign that it's time to support your body's detoxification by reducing your daily toxic load. Now, before you get overwhelmed.. this doesn't mean you have to overhaul your entire life or live in a bubble. Instead, focus on a few things that you CAN control such as what you put IN your body, what you put ON your body, and what you have in your HOME. My favorite non-toxic options for my home, body, skin care, and "medicine" cabinet all come from doTERRA. (Plus they have incredible wholesale benefits!). Learn more about using doTERRA to support your health.
Working on bringing health and balance to these specific areas will allow you to see massive changes in your hormonal symptoms, conditions, and overall health.
AND by reducing your symptoms using a this type of root cause approach, you will be left with LASTING health. It's no longer a Band-Aid approach.. you're not just replacing the engine light but instead, discovering the real problem.
It's time to take your health in your own hands and become your own detective.