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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.

Published on: Aug 04, 2024 6:40 PM IST
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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)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 04, 2024 6:40 PM

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)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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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)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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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)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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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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Imbalances in gut bacteria can lead to inflammation, disrupted hormone signaling and impaired nutrient absorption.  (Shutterstock)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Imbalances in gut bacteria can lead to inflammation, disrupted hormone signaling and impaired nutrient absorption.  (Shutterstock)

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The liver plays a vital role in metabolising hormones and detoxifying the body. When the liver is overburdened, hormonal imbalances can occur.  (Twitter/AHealthyBod)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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The liver plays a vital role in metabolising hormones and detoxifying the body. When the liver is overburdened, hormonal imbalances can occur.  (Twitter/AHealthyBod)

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Insulin and cortisol levels are directly impacted by blood sugar dysregulation. It can also lead to insulin resistance and adrenal fatigue.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Insulin and cortisol levels are directly impacted by blood sugar dysregulation. It can also lead to insulin resistance and adrenal fatigue.  (Unsplash)

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Good quality sleep is very important for healthy hormonal regulation. Sleep deprivation can disturb the body’s natural circadian rhythm.  (Shutterstock)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Good quality sleep is very important for healthy hormonal regulation. Sleep deprivation can disturb the body’s natural circadian rhythm.  (Shutterstock)

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