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Sleep & histamine

Do you find it hard to fall asleep? In perimenopause you are more prone to be histamine sensitive, especially if you are estrogen dominant. Histamine can keep you awake and make you feel wired and tired! Common symptoms of histamine intolerance include: • Irritability, depression, anxiety, brain fog, vertigo/dizziness • Rashes, flushing, hives • Joint …

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Estrogen dominance and your thyroid, the common signs & symptoms

Heavy periods, hormonal issues, migraines, mood swings, weight gain…. are you estrogen dominant ?  Or do you have an underactive thyroid ………or both?   Estrogen dominance is common in women of all ages, but can also be a problem in perimenopause ad menopause. Progesterone drops rapidly during perimenopause which can make you estrogen dominant . …

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Your gut bacteria and your hormones

YOUR GUT IS AN ENDOCRINE GLAND ! An endocrine gland is a hormone producing gland such as the ovaries and adrenals. Your gut bacteria helps produce– Estradiol – the protective estrogen 90% of Serotonin production ! Serotonin is one of your happy hormones and its also regulates appetite, sleep, mood and temperature .   Your …

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The gut-hormone connection

YOUR GUT & HORMONES Did you know that your gut bacteria or flora help regulate your hormones, especially estrogen? Your gut microbiome has far reaching effects. Signs of a gut – hormone imbalance are •Acne •Belching •Bloating • Stomach/ digestive upset •Constipation or IBS •Gas •Gut infections •Headaches •Heavy, light, or irregular periods •Hot flashes …

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WHAT STRESS DOES TO YOUR HORMONES

Stress comes in many forms. It can be emotional (ie; relationship issues at work and home, grieving ), physical (ie; overwork, over exercise, over sedentary )and environmental (ie; hay fever, chemicals, pollution). When your body is under constant stress, such as being busy. working too hard and not sleeping well we are usually in the …

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10 STEPS TO A HEALTHY THYROID

You must have a healthy THYROID to have healthy hormones and metabolism, and for your cardiovascular system to be healthy. If you are over 40 or nearing menopause then be aware you need to have a healthy thyroid and adrenals to have a symptom free and healthy perimenopause and menopause.  Women are more prone to thyroid conditions as they …

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