What is estrogen dominance?
Estrogen dominance refers to a condition where a woman has excessive estrogens in relation to progesterone. This hormonal imbalance can develop due to several factors:
- Excess body fat - Fat cells produce estrone, the weakest form of estrogen, which can still activate estrogen receptors in the body
- Chronic stress - Stress causes the adrenal glands to produce cortisol and adrenaline. Long-term, this can impact hormone production
- Exposure to xenoestrogens - Substances like BPA from plastics and pesticides can mimic estrogen in the body
- Progesterone deficiency - Low progesterone allows estrogen to become dominant
Symptoms may include:
- Heavy, painful, or irregular periods
- PMS, breast tenderness, and mood swings
- Fatigue, insomnia, headaches
- Low libido and vaginal dryness
- Weight gain especially around the hips and thighs
If this sounds like you, consider getting a comprehensive hormone test to check all your sex and adrenal hormones. At Vitality Renewal Clinic, we specialize in precision hormone testing and personalized treatment plans to rebalance hormones.
To treat estrogen dominance, we often recommend:
- Lifestyle changes like clean eating, exercise, stress reduction
- Herbs and supplements to support detox pathways
- Bioidentical progesterone to oppose estrogen and relieve symptoms
- DIM and Calcium d-Glucarate to promote estrogen detoxification
Balancing your hormones can relieve troublesome symptoms and reduce future health risks. Contact Vitality Renewal Clinic today to learn more or book a consultation. We'd be happy to create a customized plan to get your hormones back in sync!