Estrogen Dominance
Definition
Estrogen dominance is a hormonal imbalance characterized by excessive estrogen relative to progesterone. This can result from high estrogen levels, low progesterone, or both. Estrogen dominance contributes to PMS, fibroids, endometriosis, breast tenderness, heavy periods, and weight gain.
Why It Matters
Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormonal imbalances affecting women. It contributes to reproductive issues, mood disturbances, and increased cancer risk. Addressing estrogen metabolism, supporting progesterone production, and reducing environmental estrogen exposure are key to restoring balance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Causes include low progesterone, impaired estrogen detoxification in the liver, gut dysbiosis, obesity (adipose tissue produces estrogen), environmental xenoestrogens, chronic stress, poor fiber intake, and anovulatory cycles. A comprehensive approach addresses multiple factors.
Support estrogen balance with cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower), fiber-rich foods, probiotics for gut health, liver support (milk thistle, DIM), reducing alcohol, managing stress to boost progesterone, eliminating xenoestrogens (plastics, personal care products), and regular exercise.
Dr. Sanika Kshirsagar, ND
Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine (ND)
Bastyr University, Kenmore, WA
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