Natural Ways to Treat Hormonal Imbalance

Hormones have a great impact on our mental, physical and emotional health as they control our mood and weight. The sedentary lifestyle has made hormonal imbalance a common problem these days and acne or sudden weight gain are its symptoms.

But what is Hormone imbalance?

Hormone imbalance is usually associated with levels that are unusually high or low, which can have a negative impact on certain aspects of your health.

So for those who are suffering from hormonal imbalance and want to bring them on track, here are some natural ways.

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  Regular exercise

Physical exercise has a strong effect on hormonal health as it reduces insulin levels and insulin is a hormone that performs several functions. Simple workouts can be beneficial in combating hormonal imbalance naturally because exercise reduces stress,  anxiety and also keeps hormone levels in control.

• Avoid sugar refined carbs

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Sugar and refined carbs lead to various health problems  and  hormonal imbalance is one of them. Avoiding these might improve your hormone function and avoid obesity, diabetes and other diseases. When you consume more sugar, the pancreas secretes more insulin and high levels of insulin can lead to the excess production of testosterone, which may prevent normal ovulation

• Proper sleep

Disrupted sleep routines can result in hormonal imbalance and also suppress ovulation. It can further lead to various symptoms like stress, depression, and anxiety.

• Consume health fats

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Include good sources of fat in your diet such as coconut oil, avocado, chickpeas, olives, and dark chocolate. These kinds of fats lower your inflammation risk and increase metabolism.

• Limit caffeine intake

Increased intake of caffeine ramps up the system, increases heart rate and change the way the brain uses hormones. So you must control consumption of caffeine.

• Consume a High-Fiber Diet

Fiber, especially the soluble type, is an important component of a healthy diet. Studies have found that it increases insulin sensitivity and stimulates the production of hormones that make you feel full and satisfied