12/28/2025
S*x Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) is one of the most overlooked markers in hormone testing — yet it affects how much estrogen and testosterone your body actually feels.
When SHBG is low, even “normal” hormone levels can behave like they’re too high.
That can look like:
• Acne and oily skin
• Irregular or late ovulation
• Long, unpredictable cycles
• PMS that feels out of proportion
• Signs of PCOS
• Insulin resistance or low energy
And here’s the part most people never hear:
Low SHBG is often a root-cause clue pointing to insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, liver health, or postpartum/hormonal transitions — not just a “hormone problem.”
When you treat the underlying issue, SHBG improves… and hormones finally start matching how you feel.
✨ Want the full breakdown of what SHBG is, why it matters, and how we restore it?
🎧 Listen to this week’s Cycle Wisdom episode — link in bio.