01/31/2025
Did you know? Nutrition plays a huge role in hormone balance because what you eat directly impacts the production, regulation, and function of your hormones. Here’s how:
1. Blood Sugar & Insulin
•HIGH SUGAR and refined carbs spike insulin, leading to insulin resistance, weight gain, and even hormonal disorders like PCOS.
•EATING MORE PROTEIN, fiber, and healthy fats keeps insulin stable.
2. Cortisol & Stress Hormones
•EXCESS OR OVERLOAD caffeine, alcohol, or processed food can elevate cortisol, your stress hormone, leading to anxiety, poor sleep, and fat storage (especially belly fat).
•MAGNESIUM-RICH FOODS (dark leafy greens, nuts) and adaptogens (ashwagandha, holy basil) can help balance cortisol.
3. Thyroid Function
•YOUR THYROID needs iodine, selenium, and zinc to produce hormones. A deficiency can slow metabolism and cause fatigue.
•PROCESSED FOODS, soy, and excessive raw cruciferous vegetables (in large amounts) can interfere with thyroid function.
4. Estrogen & Progesterone Balance
•EXCESS estrogen (from processed foods, plastics, and alcohol) can lead to PMS, weight gain, and mood swings.
•CRUCIFEROUS VEGGIES (broccoli, cauliflower) help detox excess estrogen.
•HEALTHY fats (avocados, olive oil) support progesterone, which keeps estrogen in check.
5. Testosterone & Muscle Growth
•LOW FAT diets can tank testosterone, leading to low energy and reduced muscle mass.
•ZINC found in red meat, shellfish) and healthy fats support testosterone levels.
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Eating whole, nutrient-dense foods with balanced protein, fats, and carbs keeps hormones in check. Time to ditch processed foods, manage your stress, and get enough sleep—
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