by Feeling Great | Hormones
Finding Your Way Out of Hormonal Chaos: Balance Your Body & Feel Your Best
Understanding Hormonal Imbalance
Balancing hormones is possible, but the journey can feel overwhelming. Did you know that 75% of women experience mild to severe symptoms as they approach menopause? Additionally, 50-80% of women deal with PMS regularly. Hormonal imbalances affect most women at some stage in life.
What Are Hormonal Imbalances?
Hormones function in tiny amounts, influencing various body processes through complex cycles and feedback systems. This complexity makes it difficult to pinpoint exact causes, but recognizing symptoms is the first step toward relief.
Common Symptoms & Conditions
Many women experience occasional hormonal shifts, such as mild cramping or irregular cycles. However, persistent symptoms indicate deeper imbalances that need attention. Some of the most common conditions include:
- PMS – Fluid retention, mood swings, food cravings
- Painful periods (Dysmenorrhoea) – Cramping that disrupts daily life
- Heavy periods (Menorrhagia) – Excessive bleeding affecting energy levels
- Irregular or absent periods – Signs of hormonal disruption
- PCOS – Cysts, irregular cycles, and hormonal imbalances
- Endometriosis – Severe pain and fertility challenges
- Fibroids & Adenomyosis – Heavy bleeding and discomfort
Addressing these concerns requires understanding what triggers them in the first place.
What Causes Hormonal Imbalance?
Hormonal imbalances occur when something disrupts the body’s natural cycles. Two key hormones—oestrogen and progesterone—play a central role in female reproductive health, but other hormones, like thyroid hormones, insulin, and cortisol, also impact balance.
- Oestrogen – Supports egg maturation and uterine lining growth
- Progesterone – Works alongside oestrogen for reproductive health
Hormone levels naturally fluctuate, but external factors can worsen imbalances, including:
- Inflammation – Increases oestrogen, reduces progesterone
- Toxins – Endocrine disruptors linked to early menopause & PCOS
- Gut Health Issues – Impacts oestrogen detoxification
- Chronic Stress – Affects brain function and mood
Finding the Root Cause & Restoring Balance
Achieving hormonal balance requires more than just treating symptoms—it involves identifying underlying triggers. Since every woman’s experience is different, working with a natural healthcare practitioner ensures a personalized approach tailored to your needs.
Through comprehensive assessments and functional testing, you can uncover hidden imbalances and receive targeted solutions to restore harmony in your body.
Take the Next Step Toward Balance
If you’re tired of feeling out of sync, it’s time to take control of your health. Let’s work together to uncover the root cause of your symptoms and create a clear plan for lasting wellness.
📅 Book an appointment today and start your journey toward hormonal balance and vitality! You can read more from this blog Hormonal Imbalance for more helpful information, and you can read my blog about Female Hormones Weight Loss too! If you find these helpful share your thoughts with us!
by Feeling Great | Hormones
Get Rid of PMS with 5 Simple Steps
Want to Get Rid of PMS? Are you tired of dealing with PMS every month? You’re not alone—75% of women experience PMS symptoms that affect their mood, energy, and daily life. From headaches and bloating to mood swings and fatigue, PMS can make everything feel harder.
But here’s the good news: you don’t have to suffer! Many women think PMS is just a part of life, but with a few simple changes, you can reduce or even eliminate your symptoms.
Let’s dive into five simple steps to Get Rid of PMS and reclaim your energy.
What Causes PMS?
PMS isn’t a flaw in your body—it’s often a sign of hormonal imbalance. The main culprit? Excess estrogen and low progesterone. When your body isn’t clearing estrogen properly, symptoms like bloating, breast tenderness, and fatigue become worse.
Kristen, one of my clients, struggled with PMS for three weeks out of every month. She relied on anti-inflammatories, antidepressants, and migraine medication just to function. After testing her hormone levels and lifestyle patterns, we found that simple changes helped her eliminate PMS—without medication!
If Kristen could do it, so can you. Here’s how.
5 Simple Steps to Get Rid of PMS
1. Clean Up Your Drinking Habits
What you drink has a huge impact on your hormones. Reducing caffeine and alcohol can help your body process excess estrogen more effectively.
- Cut back caffeine (coffee, tea, green tea, hot chocolate) to one cup per day
- Limit alcohol to one drink per week—opt for vodka, lime, and soda instead of wine
- Drink at least two liters of water daily to flush out toxins
2. Improve Your Eating Habits
Food plays a key role in hormonal balance. The right diet can stabilize blood sugar, reduce cravings, and ease PMS symptoms.
- Eat more vegetables, fruit, nuts, and seeds
- Reduce sugar and processed carbs (lollies, bread, pasta, cakes)
- Include quality protein at every meal—think eggs, beans, chicken, fish, and nuts
3. Get Moving
Exercise boosts circulation, clears excess fluid, and stabilizes blood sugar, all of which help reduce PMS.
- Aim for 20 minutes of movement daily
- Keep your heart rate at 180 minus your age (moderate intensity)
- Even simple activities like walking, stretching, or dancing can help
4. Manage Your Stress Levels
Chronic stress worsens PMS by increasing cortisol, which disrupts hormonal balance. Reducing stress helps your body function properly.
- Practice deep abdominal breathing (inhale for 4, hold for 16, exhale for 8)
- Spend time outdoors—fresh air and nature reduce stress
- Declutter your life and prioritize self-care daily
5. Detox Your Body
Toxins in plastics, processed foods, and personal care products mimic estrogen, making PMS worse. Reducing exposure helps balance hormones.
- Avoid heating food in plastic containers—use glass or stainless steel
- Support your liver with a gut and liver detox
- My 6-week Detox Program helps clear excess estrogen—CLICK HERE to get started!
Ready to Say Goodbye to PMS?
PMS doesn’t have to control your life. With the right nutrition, movement, stress management, and detoxification, you can balance your hormones and feel amazing again.
If you want to read about hormonal chaos and how to find way out, Here’s Constant Sinus Headaches and Migraines? Maria’s Story and Hormonal Imbalance Causes and Solutions Explained!
Need help? CLICK HERE to book a session and take the first step toward a PMS-free life.
Julie xx
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