A list of healthy foods that prevent hormonal imbalances in women.
Women can often suffer with problems in the
body when their hormones are out of balance.
For example, a woman who has too much estrogen
may get dry skin, depression, night sweats, brain fog, insomnia, low libido and vaginal
dryness.
Whereas a woman who has too little estrogen
can have enlarged breasts, breast tenderness, ovarian cysts, anaemia, PMS and aching in
the thighs and legs.
The body makes and uses around 50 different
hormones, which are important chemical messengers in the body.
In today's video we will share with you a
list of 16 healthy foods that prevent hormonal imbalances in women.
These foods help to balance hormone levels
by healing the glands which control them.
1.
Sea Kelp This is by far one of the best foods found
in nature for balancing hormones.
Sea kelp contains a concentrated amount of iodine, a trace mineral which heals the thyroid
gland, balances estrogen levels and gets rid of brain fog at any age.
Sea kelp is excellent for pregnant women as it contains 10x more calcium than milk.
You can get this in capsule form.
2.
Kale The body absorbs many dangerous toxins from
the environment, like pesticides, heavy metals and pollutants.
These are called endocrine disrupters which puts the hormones out of balance, and are
very dangerous for your health.
Organic Kale helps to detoxify these chemicals from your liver, therefore helping to balance
your hormones.
3.
Cinnamon If you suffer with heavy periods then there
are certain spices and herbs that you can eat to reduce the pain and cramping.
Ceylon Cinnamon bark is a tasty spice which reduces heavy bleeding by boosting blood circulation.
4.
Walnuts These very healthy nuts support female hormone
balance as they contain iodine and selenium.
Selenium is a key nutrient found to prevent goitres and swelling in the thyroid gland.
A small handful of assorted nuts each day is very helpful to the body, but don't go
overboard with these.
5.
Apple Cider Vinegar Drink a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
in a glass of water with your meals.
This helps to strengthen your stomach in breaking down foods.
This allows you to absorb more nutrients for hormonal health.
6.
Avocado Many women consume too many junk foods which
can lead to high insulin levels in the body.
This can damage the pituitary gland in the brain and affect the entire endocrine system.
Avocados are one of nature's best healing superfoods for balancing insulin levels, and
regulating the ovaries.
7.
Parsley The liver plays an important role in balancing
hormones levels in the body.
You can support a healthy liver by eating parsley which removes harmful toxins and endocrine
disruptors from the body.
8.
Nutritional Yeast If you often suffer with constant chatter
in the brain, a racing mind or anxiety then nutritional yeast can help.
This contains a complex of B vitamins which support the nervous system, and reduces the
stress hormone cortisol.
It can also you to lose weight by reversing insulin resistance.
9.
Beet Tops The leaves found on the top of beets are one
of the greatest sources of potassium.
This mineral heals the liver and the gallbladder.
Eating a mixture of leafy greens each day helps your gallbladder to make bile.
This helps you to break down fatty foods, and convert thyroid hormones.
10.
Irish Sea Moss Many vegetarians and vegans consume Irish
sea moss on a daily basis.
It is a rich source of iodine and all trace minerals, which improve the function of each
gland in the body.
This is wonderful supplement for menopausal and post-menopausal women.
11.
Broccoli Eat some lightly steamed broccoli to get more
sulforaphane into your diet.
This detoxifies harmful chemicals that come from our environment.
Broccoli helps to prevent hormone imbalance, especially during the monthly cycle, pregnancy
or menopause.
12.
Arugula This is another leafy green vegetable in the
cruciferous family, also known as 'Rocket' in the UK.
Bitter leaves help to balance hormones as they supply a wide range of nutrients and
phytonutrients.
Consume this is large salads often with a lemon and olive oil dressing for wonderful
health.
13.
Cauliflower If you are eating too many carbohydrates then
your body may be making too much testosterone.
You can make healthy pizza bases, and a substitute for mashed potato with cauliflower.
This helps to calm hyperactive adrenal glands, making you feel more relaxed.
14.
DIM If you want to get all the benefits of eating
leafy greens without the taste, you can purchase a supplement of DIM.
These pills are concentrated forms of cruciferous vegetables and are amazing for balancing hormones
in women.
15.
Coffee Coffee contains caffeine which can act as
a stimulant and cause problems for the nerves and hormones.
However, if you consume a small amount of decaffeinated coffee each day, this can actually
help supply boron to the body.
Boron is essential for balancing estrogen and healing depression and anxiety.
16.
Green Tea Keeping the body free of toxins is the best
way to keep your hormones in balance.
Drinking matcha green tea is rich in chlorophyll which removes harmful toxins and the purifies
the blood.
You can also get this in capsule form if you do not like the taste.
As you can see there are many foods that you
can eat to prevent hormonal imbalance in women.
Keeping the liver strong and healthy should
be a priority when it comes to supporting the health of the glands, which release hormones.
To do this, stop eating pre-packaged foods,
as these contain soy protein.
This is a low-quality protein which interferes with the thyroid and the liver.
Also cut back on alcohol and sugar to prevent
a fatty liver.
Instead eat whole foods like leafy greens
and vegetables lightly steamed.
During menopause the ovaries shut down and
the adrenal glands have to take over.
Supporting the adrenal with cruciferous vegetables
and sea kelp prevents hot flashes, night sweats and vaginal dryness during this time.
Also, be sure to perform relaxation exercises
such as meditation, long walks or using essential oils.
A calm mind and body helps to balance hormones and the nervous system.
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