Heavy periods, hormonal issues, migraines, mood swings, weight gain…. are you estrogen dominant ?  Or do you have an underactive thyroid ………or both?   Estrogen dominance is common in women of all ages, but can also be a problem in perimenopause ad menopause. Progesterone drops rapidly during perimenopause which can make you estrogen dominant .

YOUR GUT IS AN ENDOCRINE GLAND ! An endocrine gland is a hormone producing gland such as the ovaries and adrenals. Your gut bacteria helps produce– Estradiol – the protective estrogen 90% of Serotonin production ! Serotonin is one of your happy hormones and its also regulates appetite, sleep, mood and temperature .   Your

Your adrenals, cortisol & how they affect your hormones Dysfunctional cortisol can lead to adrenal burnout, thyroid issues and sleeping problems Cortisol, typically increases after age 40. It can also become ‘dysfunctional’ where it is lower during the day and higher at night time. This commonly is when poor sleep patterns develop or even hot

YOUR GUT & HORMONES Did you know that your gut bacteria or flora help regulate your hormones, especially estrogen? Your gut microbiome has far reaching effects. Signs of a gut – hormone imbalance are •Acne •Belching •Bloating • Stomach/ digestive upset •Constipation or IBS •Gas •Gut infections •Headaches •Heavy, light, or irregular periods •Hot flashes