Estrogen dominance

What is estrogen dominance?

Estrogen dominance refers to a condition where a woman has too much estrogen relative to progesterone. This hormonal imbalance can cause various symptoms like:

• Bloating


• Brain fog


• Breast tenderness


• Fatigue


• Irregular periods


• Low libido


• Mood changes


• Weight gain

Causes of Estrogen Dominance

There are several potential causes of high estrogen levels:

• Exposure to xenoestrogens (synthetic estrogens) in plastics, cosmetics, etc.


• Chronic stress


• Obesity


• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)


• Perimenopause

Effects of Estrogen Dominance

Too much estrogen can lead to issues like:

• Infertility


• Endometriosis


• Fibrocystic breasts


• Increased cancer risk


• Thyroid dysfunction


• Accelerated aging

So it's important to address this hormonal imbalance.

Testing and Treatment

Getting a proper diagnosis is key. Hormone tests can check levels of estrogens and progesterone. Saliva tests may provide a better picture than blood tests.

If estrogen dominance is confirmed, treatment options include:

• Natural progesterone cream - Helps rebalance hormones


• Improved liver detoxification - To better metabolize estrogens


• Stress reduction - High cortisol drives estrogen production


• Diet and lifestyle changes - To reduce xenoestrogen exposure and excess body fat

I hope this overview on estrogen dominance was helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions. Wishing you happy hormones ahead!