Foundations BEFORE another hormone supplement
Another supplement is NOT the answer!!! ✋
It may be easy to think a supplement will be the answer to your symptoms. Nowadays, I feel the majority of people just want quick fixes, and I hate to say it but it won’t work.
& sure some “hormone balancing” supplements MIGHT help short term.
But we cannot out-supplement, out-diet or ignore the lifestyle strategies and foundations!
Shift from thinking about quick band aid solutions to long term habits that will get to the root cause of your symptoms. 🩹🙊
🌸Let’s discuss some essentials that lay the foundation for vibrant hormone health! ✨
🥑 Eat real whole food! Eat a properly prepared nutrient dense diet. Limit processed foods, alcohol, inflammatory oils, etc.
🍎 Balanced blood sugar by eating protein/carb/fat every meal and snack and by eating frequently enough! Stable blood sugar levels are crucial for balanced hormones! 🌿
😴Prioritize sleep! High quality sleep is crucial for detoxification, lowering inflammation, balanced hormones, and much more. Aim for at least 7 hours a night.
🏃♀️Move daily! Whether it’s a walk, yoga flow, dance party, daily movement supports circulation, metabolism, and hormone balance.
🌳 Spend Time Outdoors: Nature’s remedy for stress and overwhelm! 🌿 Step outside, breathe in the fresh air, and soak up some Vitamin D from the sun’s rays.
🌿 Support Your Gut Health: Your gut is your second brain and a key player in hormonal health. Poor gut health can negatively impact your hormones and be the reason you have hormonal symptoms in the first place!
🥩Eat enough protein. Fuel your body with the building blocks it needs. Adequate protein intake supports muscle repair, hormone production, and satiety. Opt for high-quality sources like grass-fed meats, wild-caught fish, high quality dairy, pasture raised poultry and eggs, etc. 🍃
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Achieving hormonal balance doesn't solely rely on supplements; instead, it requires fundamental lifestyle changes. One should prioritize consuming whole, nutrient-dense foods while minimizing processed items and inflammatory ingredients. For hormonal health, maintaining stable blood sugar levels is crucial—this is best achieved by incorporating a balanced amount of protein, fats, and carbohydrates in each meal. Additionally, quality sleep helps regulate hormonal fluctuations and supports overall well-being; aim for a minimum of seven hours nightly. Engaging in daily physical activity, whether it's yoga, walking, or dancing, enhances circulation and metabolism, fostering a balanced endocrine system. Nature also plays a vital role; spending time outdoors can alleviate stress and promote mental clarity, while supporting gut health is essential as the gut is integral to hormone regulation. Lastly, ensure adequate protein intake from high-quality sources to aid muscle repair and hormone production. By laying these health foundations, individuals can foster sustainable hormonal balance without solely depending on supplements.
