Sex Hormone Imbalances that Negatively Impact Weight Loss – Sex Hormone Imbalance #2: Low Progesterone – Part 2 of 3

Sex Hormone Imbalances that Negatively Impact Weight Loss – Sex Hormone Imbalance #2: Low Progesterone – Part 2 of 3

As we stated in the first segment of this series, estrogen dominance can be caused either by too much estrogen (either from over production within the body or via hormone replacement) relative to progesterone or from too little progesterone production. We have discussed the effect of high estrogen levels associated with estrogen dominance in another series of posts. However, low progesterone levels also have several negative effects in regard to weight loss. (more…)

Sex Hormone Imbalances that Negatively Impact Weight Loss – Sex Hormone Imbalance #1: Estrogen Dominance – Part 1 of 3

Sex Hormone Imbalances that Negatively Impact Weight Loss – Sex Hormone Imbalance #1: Estrogen Dominance – Part 1 of 3

Sex hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone can have a major impact on overall health and well-being. Nowhere is this more obvious than in regards to weight loss, where sex hormone imbalances can make weight loss a frustrating and nearly impossible affair. In this 3 part series, we will explore some of the more common sex hormone imbalances that can negatively impact weight loss and greatly diminish a person’s quality of life. (more…)

Women’s Health – It’s All About (Hormone) Balance

Women’s Health – It’s All About (Hormone) Balance

Hormones are chemicals your body produces to regulate various functions – they are messengers. They send important messages and signals to various organs and tissues. When they work harmoniously, your body behaves in a predictable way. But if there is too much or too little of any one hormone, then imbalance occurs and you can begin to feel that something is wrong. (more…)

Rethinking Hormone Replacement Therapy for Aging Women

Rethinking Hormone Replacement Therapy for Aging Women

As a woman ages, many changes occur in her body. The monthly menstrual cycle should occur easily without debilitating or unpleasant symptoms such as PMS. The ebb and flow or hormones begins to become more erratic as a woman reaches peri-menopause and menopause, leading to irregular menstrual cycles. Often times, due to imbalances in hormone levels, symptoms are also associated with these phases in life, including hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, mood swings and changes in libido. (more…)