You are between the ages of 35-50 and are experiencing some of the following symptoms that are hijacking your health-
✓ Insomnia
✓ Weight gain
✓ Brain fog
✓ Fatigue
✓ Irregular cycles
✓ Hot flashes
✓ Night sweats
✓ Mood swings
✓ Increasing PMS
✓ Headaches
✓ Joint pain and stiffness
✓ Hair loss
You are not feeling like yourself. Maybe you have been to your doctor and have been told-
“You are too young to be experiencing hormone issues.”
“We do not do hormone testing.”
“There is nothing wrong with you.”
“What do you expect? All moms are tired.”
“Your labs are normal, there is nothing wrong with you.”
What is happening?
Hormones like estrogen and progesterone can begin to fluctuate greatly, especially if stress is present. When they fluctuate, it can make you feel like you are on a dingy in the middle of an ocean storm! The symptoms can get scary and relentless.
Just because symptoms are expected, SUFFERING is never acceptable or needs to be tolerated. Many women are told that their symptoms are just a part of aging and that they merely need to “live with it.” This is not true.
Start Here
Start with building a solid foundation so that the impact will be significantly less as your hormones fluctuate! The main message is that your hormones need consistency (NOT PERFECTION).
You can slowly adopt the following habits to create balance in your hormones:
Consistent sleep patterns
Go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day to restore your circadian rhythm. Over time, your body will fall into a natural pattern that is easy to maintain. If you are having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, try a combination of these two natural supplements: Magnesium Breakthrough and Insomnitol Chewables.
Reduce and manage stress
This is an ongoing project! The goal is not to have zero stress, as that is not realistic, but to better adopt stress management techniques and eliminate stressors that you are allowing in your life.
Love your nervous system
Add short daily practices to take your nervous system out of “fight or flight” and into “rest and digest.” Try a 5-minute daily meditation and breathwork to calm the sympathetic nervous system.
Eat quality protein and healthy fats
Your hormones love consistent, clean protein choices (lean protein, free-range eggs, wild salmon, or legumes) and good sources of healthy fats (avocado, raw nuts, coconut, and extra virgin olive oil). Download the High Protein 4 Week Menu Plan Bundle!
Balance your blood sugar
Eating three meals per day spaced apart by several hours allows your insulin to reset itself. Avoid grazing all day and snacking at night, as this will further disrupt blood sugar levels.
Try the following combo for an instant blood sugar support duo like no other:
- Metabolic Synergy – Take two capsules twice daily before a meal.
- Berberine GT– Take one capsule twice daily before a meal.
This combination has a powerful effect on supporting healthy glucose levels, improving fat metabolism, and supporting cholesterol and triglycerides.
Move your body
Do what feels best for you, but avoid prolonged or excessive cardio, which can increase Cortisol, the stress hormone. Walking, stretching, Pilates, strength training, barre, biking, and swimming are all great choices.
Take the right daily supplements
Certain nutrients are required for your hormones to function optimally, and even the most perfect diet cannot provide them all! The top foundational hormone-supportive supplements are included in the Happy Hormones Monthly Subscription Box.
Support your digestion
Did you know that an area of your microbiome is responsible for hormone production?! Supporting your digestion with the right foods can make a significant difference in your hormones. Implement fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, and miso, as well as prebiotic-rich foods like artichoke, garlic, onions, leeks, and asparagus. Aim for 30 grams of fiber daily to keep your bowels happy and healthy.
Reduce your exposure to xenoestrogens
Avoid endocrine disruptors found in common household products that disrupt our hormones. Download the Think Dirty App and use the barcode scanner on products in your home that you come into contact with, such as cleaning supplies, body care products, makeup, laundry detergent, shampoo, and conditioner. Read more about Xenoestrogens.
Have fun
Remember fun? This is a big one for so many of us. Fun has gone out the window. Take a few moments and reflect on what you like doing for fun and how you can incorporate some of that into your life. When we are experiencing positive experiences in our lives, there is a shift in hormone production, so get out there and find what you love!
Next Steps
If you want to take a deep dive into your hormones and get your levels tested, you can purchase your test kit here (consultations booked separately).
Purchase hormone test kit here.
If you need help figuring out where to start and would like to work one-on-one with me, you can book your appointment here. Either way, I would be honored to walk through this journey with you.
Book your appointment here.