Estrogen dominance can be very common, and despite knowing the signs and symptoms of this condition, you should also know what to do if you are suffering from it.
Yet, before we reveal one effective and simple protocol to help you balance your hormones, we will list the 10 most common symptoms of estrogen dominance:
Abnormal menstrual periods
Low libido
Fatigue
Bad PMS (breast tenderness/swelling, mood swings, and headaches)
Hair loss
Weight gain (especially hips and abs)
Brain fog
Trouble sleeping
Thyroid dysfunction
Sluggish metabolism
Here are the steps you should follow in order to restore the healthy hormonal balance in the body:
Step 1: Eliminate Xenoestrogens
Nowadays, we are constantly being exposed to various chemicals, and one of them is “xenoestrogen,” which can mimic estrogen in the body. Therefore, in order to avoid these adverse effects, you should avoid the use of the following top offenders:
Plastic Tupperware
Plastic water bottles
BPA cans
Cosmetics, makeup, and toiletries
Tap water
Non-organic dairy, produce
Soy protein isolate
Dryer sheets
Birth control pill
Step 2: Efficient Elimination
This step is essential as it will ensure the removal of estrogen, and prevent its re-entrance into the bloodstream in the case of chronic constipation. Therefore, make sure you are having daily bowel movements, and in case you are not:
Drink 2-3L of water daily
Increase the intake of fiber-rich foods
Increase the intake of vegetables with every meal
Consume probiotics such as kefir, yogurt, miso, tempeh
To promote bowel movements, supplement with magnesium citrate or Triphala
Moreover, in order to help the removal of waste and toxins from the body, you should also:
Exercise or go to a sauna to stimulate sweating
Breathe deeply to support the lungs
Massage your body to support the lymph
Use a dry skin brush to eliminate dead skin cells
Step 3: Improve Liver Health and Estrogen Detoxification
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