Estrogen dominance is something that leaves many people wondering what to do if they suspect they are affected by it. The protocol presented in this article will help you balance your hormones and prevent estrogen dominance naturally.
Top 10 Symptoms of Estrogen Dominance
- Fatigue
- Brain fog
- Abnormal menstrual periods
- Bad PMS (breast tenderness/swelling, mood swings, headaches)
- Low libido
- Weight gain (especially hips and abs)
- Hair loss
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Sluggish metabolism
- Trouble sleeping
Step 1: Remove Xenoestrogens
Detrimental chemical compounds have become extremely common these days, primarily due to the greater industrialization. One such compound is called a “xenoestrogen” and is known to mimic estrogen in the body.
Here are the top offenders to eliminate from your daily routine:
- Cosmetics, makeup and toiletries (opt for natural lines)
- Non-organic dairy, produce
- Plastic water bottles
- Plastic Tupperware
- Tap water
- Soy protein isolate
- BPA cans
- Dryer sheets
- Birth control pill
Step 2: Ensure Efficient Elimination
If you are constantly constipated, there is no way to flush out all of the excess estrogen from the body. This is why detoxing the liver is crucial prior beginning the process.
Here are a few tips on how to keep your bowel movements regular:
- Drink at least two liters of water daily
- Eat veggies at each meal
- Eat probiotic foods like tempeh, plain yogurt, miso, kefir, kimchi, and sauerkraut
- Supplement with magnesium citrate or Triphala
- Add a scoop of fiber to your oatmeal, parfait, or smoothie
In order to support elimination through all pathways, you need to do the following too:
- Take deep breaths to support the lungs
- Go for a massage to support the lymph
- Dry brushing
- Exercise or sit in a sauna to support the elimination of toxins through the skin
Step 3: Support Liver Health & Estrogen Detoxification
During the 1st step, the liver converts detrimental estrogen into weaker forms of estrogen. In the 2ndphase, it converts the weaker form of estrogen into a water-soluble form so that it can be flushed out through the stool and urine.
There are two instances in which supporting these phases wouldn’t be possible:
- If the liver is not receiving the nutrients it needs
- If other chemicals are competing for liver function, such as alcohol or junk food
Things to do to support liver function:
- Avoid overeating
- Avoid alcohol abuse
- Drink plenty of water
- Eat whole-foods based diet
- Eat food that support liver health ( dark leafy greens, artichoke, onions, leeks, shallots, cruciferous veggies, garlic, eggs, etc)
- Supplement with herbs that support liver health ( burdock, red clover, licorice, rosemary, gentian)
Estrogen Balancing: Give Your Liver Some Extra Love
Boost detoxification, energy and metabolism with:
- Yerba mate and match provide long-term and sustained energy without the crash.
- Powdered milk thistle seed and dandelion root are a powerful combination that improves detoxification.
Rejuvenate, replenish, and rebuild with:
- Milk thistle seed
- Passion flower and valerian root
