Estrogen dominance - Renew Wellness Clinic

Estrogen Dominance

Estrogen dominance refers to a condition where a woman has excessive estrogens and deficient progesterone levels. It is characterized by symptoms like:

• Heavy, painful, or irregular periods
• PMS, bloating, headaches
• Weight gain and fluid retention
• Sleep problems, fatigue
• Low libido
• Mood changes, irritability, anxiety

Causes

Estrogen dominance usually occurs due to:

• Chronic stress
• Obesity
• Exposure to xenoestrogens (synthetic estrogens) in plastics and cosmetics
• Poor diet - low fiber, high sugar/fat
• Lack of exercise
• Advancing age
• Perimenopause

Some other potential causes include:

• Hypothyroidism
• Adrenal fatigue
• Insulin resistance
• Chronic inflammation
• Nutritional deficiencies (magnesium, B vitamins)

Diagnosis and Testing

Estrogen dominance can be suspected based on symptoms and risk factors. Lab tests help confirm the diagnosis by checking:

• Estradiol, estrone, estriol levels
• Progesterone levels
• FSH, LH levels
• Thyroid hormones
• Blood sugar regulation

Treatment

The aim is to rebalance hormones naturally by:

• Reducing exposure to xenoestrogens
• Managing stress
• Losing excess weight
• Choosing a low-glycemic diet
• Optimizing nutrition
• Taking supplements like DIM, Calcium D-Glucarate
• Using bioidentical progesterone cream
• Detoxifying the liver

Making suitable lifestyle changes along with targeted nutritional and herbal therapies can help reverse estrogen dominance, reduce unpleasant symptoms, restore fertility, and minimize disease risks. Consulting a knowledgeable practitioner at Renew Wellness Clinic is advisable.