Hormone imbalance - Equilibrium Hormone Clinic

What is Hormone Imbalance?

Hormones are extremely important chemical messengers that regulate many of the body's functions. A hormone imbalance occurs when there is too much or too little of a certain hormone in the bloodstream. This can happen for a variety of reasons.

Some common signs and symptoms of a hormone imbalance include:

• Changes in mood
• Fatigue
• Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
• Hot flashes or night sweats
• Sleep problems and insomnia
• Changes in libido
• Hair loss
• Dry skin, acne, and other skin issues

What Causes Hormone Imbalances?

There are a few potential causes of hormone issues:

• Stress - High stress levels raise cortisol and can throw other hormones out of balance
• Poor diet - Not getting enough nutrients can impact hormone production
• Thyroid disorders
• Menopause and perimenopause in women
• Certain medical conditions like diabetes or autoimmune disease
• Aging
• Pregnancy and postpartum changes

Common Hormone Imbalances

Some hormones that are commonly out of balance include:

• Estrogen dominance - High estrogen levels relative to low progesterone
• Low testosterone in men
• Over or underproduction of thyroid hormones
• High cortisol from chronic stress
• Low DHEA and testosterone or estrogen loss during menopause

Treatment Options

Depending on what's causing your hormone issues, treatment options can include:

• Lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, sleep and stress management
• Targeted use of bioidentical hormones
• Herbal remedies and adaptogens like maca or ashwagandha
• Medications or supplements to support specific glands and organs involved

If you think you may have a hormone imbalance, we recommend speaking with a specialist at Equilibrium Hormone Clinic. Blood tests can diagnose specific deficiencies or excess hormone production. Addressing lifestyle factors is also hugely important. Balancing hormones naturally with a healthy lifestyle enhances physical, mental and emotional health.