Understanding hormones
common symptoms of hormone imbalance
Irregular or absent periods
Hot flashes & Night sweats
Vaginal dryness
Painful intercourse
Mood changes
Difficulty sleeping
Decreased sex drive
Changes in appetite or digestion
Decreased sex drive
Erectile dysfunction
Fatigue
Decreased muscle mass and strength
Decreased bone mass
Difficulty concentrating
Depression
Estrogen
Estrogen is a hormone that is primarily produced by the ovaries in females, but is also produced in smaller amounts by the adrenal glands and fat cells in both males and females.
Regulates the menstrual cycle
Promotes the growth and maintenance of bone density
Helps to regulate cholesterol levels
Helps to maintain healthy skin and hair
Regulates mood and cognitive function
Testosterone
Testosterone is a hormone primarily produced by the testicles in males, but is also produced in smaller amounts by the ovaries in females and the adrenal glands in both males and females.
Promotes the growth of muscle mass and strength
Promotes the growth and maintenance of bone density
Stimulates the production of red blood cells
Helps to regulate mood and cognitive function
Regulates sex drive (libido)
progesterone
Progesterone is a hormone that is primarily produced by the ovaries in females, but is also produced in smaller amounts by the adrenal glands. It plays an important role in the menstrual cycle and balancing estrogen.
Helps to regulate the menstrual cycle
Helps to regulate mood and cognitive function
Helps to regulate the immune system
Increases body temperature
DHEA
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is a hormone that is primarily produced by the adrenal glands. It is a precursor hormone, meaning that it is converted into other hormones in the body, such as testosterone and estrogen.
Helps to regulate the immune system
Helps to maintain bone density
Promotes the growth and development of muscle mass
Helps to regulate mood and cognitive function
Helps to regulate energy levels
Helps to maintain healthy skin