27/12/2025
Did you think exercising is the only way to lose that extra hormonal weight gain?
Your hormone imbalances like estrogen dominance, adrenal stress, insulin resistance could also lead to weight gain because of Toxins accumulated in your body.. Sauna is one of the best low cost ways to deal with it.
I'm Dr. Menka Gupta,Functional Medicine doctor, I look at the root causes of hormonal imbalances like stress, inflammation, metabolic dysfunction and more.
The sauna isn't just about sweating.
It is a full-body hormonal reset button.
Here are 5 science-backed ways of Sauna that really help.
1. LOWERS CORTISOL (stress hormone) Activates the rest and repair system, reducing baseline cortisol over time. This stops pregnenolone steal and improves weight management, cycle regularity and PMS. (Source 1)
2. BALANCES OESTROGEN & SUPPORTS PROGESTERONE Enhances liver detox and clinically helps excrete hormone-disrupting chemicals (BPA, PFAS, xenoestrogens) via sweat, reducing symptoms of oestrogen dominance. (Source 2)
3. REDUCES SYSTEMIC INFLAMMATION Lowers inflammatory markers (like CRP and IL-6), balancing s*x hormones and easing painful periods and supporting healthy ovulation. (Source 3)
4.IMPROVES INSULIN SENSITIVITY Heat mimics exercise, helping cells uptake glucose via Heat Shock Proteins (HSPs). Critical for managing PCOS and stubborn weight. (Source 4)
5. BOOSTS MOOD HORMONES Elevates BDNF and endorphins, stabilising mood swings and supporting overall hormonal resilience. (Source 5)
Ready to reset your hormones with this powerful tool?
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