Hormonal Imbalances

Hormones are chemical messengers responsible for controlling countless functions throughout the body. From regulating body temperature, metabolism and the stress response to our monthly reproductive cycle, hormones need to be in careful balance to allow us to function effectively. Out of balance hormones can result in many unpleasent effects.

The raw materials for manufacturing hormones, and supporting glands which produce hormones, all come from food. In addition, used hormones require healthy excretory mechanisms in order for them to be disposed of effectively. The impact of good nutrition in balancing hormones can be hugely positive.

For example, PMS is commonly a result of unbalanced oestrogen levels. Particular nutrients can be supplemented to increase liver detoxification pathways of oestrogen – preventing and overload which can result in typical PMS symptoms.

Foods can also be highly effective in addressing unwanted symptoms of the menopause, addressing PCOS and endometriosis.