Hormonal imbalance: What are the real root causes? Doctor explains
From poor quality sleep to emotional stress, here are a few root causes of hormonal disruption in the body.
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Hormonal imbalance is a persistent worry in people after a certain age. However, with the right kind of lifestyle and diet, hormonal balance can be restored in the body. "These are the seven main factors that impact your hormonal health, and they can all be grouped into three areas of focus – nourishment, stress resilience and detoxification," wrote Nutritionist Jess Bippen as she noted down seven tips to restore hormonal balance.(Unsplash)
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When certain glands in the endocrine system are overworked and overburdened, hormonal imbalances can occur. Chronic stress, poor diet and poor lifestyle choices can trigger the glands to be overworked. (Unsplash)
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Emotional stress and trauma can have a significant impact on our hormones. Unresolved emotions can lead to chronic stress. (Unsplash)
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Vitamins and minerals are essential for hormone production and hormonal regulation. Deficiency of such nutrients can also be the cause of hormonal imbalance in the body. (Unsplash)
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