Are your Hormones Acting Up!!
Issues like Endometriosis, PCOS, Fibroids, Infertility has become so rampant in the past 20 years that there are hardly any research from that time.
Before jumping to any conclusions, it is important to understand the symptoms caused due to Hormonal Imbalances. Most common ones are :
- Irregular and Painful Periods
- Acnes/Hairfall
- Extreme Mood swings (anxiety, depressed, stress eating)
- Weight Gain (especially around the waist)
- Bloating
- Tired Even after Long Hours of Sleeping
- Scanty/ Heavy Periods
- Headaches before Periods
If you experience even two of the above symptoms, then read on because something that is within your control can be causing it. Knowing the trigger can
be a game changer!!
These are the three major trigger factors I contribute this whole bunch of hormonal
imbalances to:
1. Stress
Because Stress needs the same raw
material as the Sex Hormones, too much of Cortisol levels will prevent normal hormonal production leading to hormone imbalance. Weight Gain, PCOS, Insulin Resistance ,Hypothyroid are a common at such times.
2. Estrogen Disrupting Compounds (EDC)
Certain Compounds can often disrupt the production of natural estrogen. They only look like estrogen but do not function like one. Result? Infertility
Eg of EDC: cosmetics, perfumes, home cleaners, plastics (BPA)
3. Gut Health
A poor Gut will cause that bad bacteria to easily get into the system. This bacteria decides which hormones stay or is to be eliminated. With bad bacteria, the processing is a problem which then causes inflammation leading to other issues like estrogen dominance, endometriosis/ fibroids, insulin resistance, high cholesterol to name a few!!
One of the commonest way to deal with the hormonal condition today is Birth
Control Pills. I wont go on about why one shouldn’t consider them but I will
definitely tell you that there is a much more natural, sustainable and sure shot way of regulating your hormones and you should consider it first and foremost before resorting to anything.
The above measures (esp the first 4) are to be included no matter what hormonal conditions are you suffering from. The fifth one is very individualistic and case to case and hence it is extremely important that you get an opinion from an experienced expert for the way forward. You can however, ensure that the basic important nutrients like D3, B12 are met!!
The Formula to see the results is as follows:
Lifestyle Habits + Food + Stress Management Tools = Regulated Hormones
If not complete, it will bring you to a much better place !!
The journey of Getting Body to work normally can get overwhelming. While these are guidelines to get started immediately, a correct diagnosis with a root cause definitely helps in designing an action plan that addresses the root cause and can expedite the process.
We do offer a Customised Program for that. You can find the details of the same in the Offer Section!!
FAQS:
Can PCOS have an effect on my fertility?
Yes. PCOS leads to multiple cysts in the Ovaries. These cysts confuses the body’s reproductive
system. These cysts are small follicles that do not mature which is important for pregnancy to
take place. So it might not always lead to infertility but the chances of getting pregnant definitely
reduces with it.
My periods have not been normal for the past couple of months? What should I do?
Hormones are extremely sensitive. Excessively Stressed? Have had a traumatic Episode? Shifted
Places? Drastic Weather Change? Have had a Hard Exhausting Month? Not been sleeping for
weeks? Been eating Junk regularly? It will all show in your Hormones through your Menstrual
Cycles!!
Give your body atleast 3 months to improve before resorting to any Pills. Not just wait but work
towards it with right Food and Lifestyle.
Can I reverse PCOS?
PCOS is a Lifestyle Disorder. When you work on sustainable ways to manage it, you can successfully manage it and its side effects.
Why have I been put on Metformin to manage my PCOS?
PCOS and Insulin Resistance is a mutually inclusive occurrence. The blood sugar is what needs to
be managed and hence Metformin is a common tablet prescribed in PCOS. At the same time you
have to keep a close watch on the kind of nutrition you adopt, if you are looking at improving the condition in the long run sustainably.
I have very severe pre-menstrual symptoms. Is it normal?
No it is not normal, there are high chances that the estrogen/ progesterone ratio is high. Issues
like Endometriosis, PCOS and Fibroids can aggrevate it. This needs to be worked upon through
food sources (to eliminate excess estrogen) and work on the gut health with stress management.
Recently, I have been feeling very drowsy to an extent that I don’t want to wake up in the morning?
Feeling low on energy especially in the mornings is a common symptom. Intake of coffee and
sugar can disrupt your cortisol levels even more. Check for the Symptoms I mentioned above. If
you see even two of them then you should consider getting some further investigations done to
confirm.
What diet is best for managing PCOS/ to improve fertility/ Estrogen Dominance?
A high Fat, high Protein, Low Carb Diet is ideal. Having said that, it is also important to include
various nutrients based on your symptoms, assessment and reports that will work on the root
cause of the condition. While “the how to start dealing with it” is what I have already mentioned
above, it can get confusing and overwhelming for some to work towards it. I offer a Discovery call
in order for you to get that confusion out of the way and how to get started. I am offering some
amazing Women Health Offers only for this month. Do check out the following section for the
same.
For those time of the Month - Chocolate Guiltfree Brownie
Ingredients
Ripe Avocado – 1/4
Almond Butter – 1 tbsp
Nut Flour – 2 tbsp
Plant Protein – 1 scoop
Plant Milk – 150 ml (or as per preferred consistency)
Coconut Sugar – 1 tbsp ( as per preferred sweetness)
Method:
Bring all the above ingredients together and pulse really well. Refrigerate it/ microwave it as per your preference and Dig in!!
About the Recipe:
When the body is in need of good fats and carbohydrates. This recipe does the trick of adding some good form of fat to the body at the same time satiating the craving. High Magnesium from the chocolate will help in easing the menstrual cramps and bloating drastically too. So splurge in guiltfree
This can be relished especially around your luteal phase and start of menstruation!!
Note: The above Recipe serves about 1 serving.
(Our Programs are extremely customised and offer such amazing recipes as well :))
CASE STUDY:
Every case we handle is unique. The process might seem simple, but it takes a deep understanding and deep reasoning to initiate with any foods or supplementation. Does food alone cure it? The answer is no. It takes a holistic management ( body and mind) to reset the Body. This is a simplified version of how I went about with one such patient who was struggling with Fertility!
Result: In a span of 2 months, her PMS symptoms had improved drastically. She had lost about 6 kgs of weight, inches more so. Her Energy Levels had improved drastically.
Note: We haven’t cured the issues completely, but we are in the path of progress. This journey can be slow. But it will be sustainable and the results you will see will be astounding!!
Naina Singhania
Registered Dietitian | Functional Nutritionist |
Diabetes Reversal Expert | Gut and Hormone Health Management
About Naina: Naina is a Registered Dietitian of India practicing since 2013. She works in the field of Weight Management, Diabetes Reversals and Women’s Health (PCOS, Infertility). She lives in Mumbai and caters to clients worldwide. Her approach is a combination of Ayurvedic Analysis along with scientific base in Functional Nutrition allows her to get into the root cause of the problem and provide customised solutions to her clients.
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