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Female Hormones
Endometriosis is when the kind of tissue that normally lines the uterus
grows somewhere else. It can grow on the ovaries, behind the uterus
or on the bowels or bladder. Rarely, it grows in other parts of the body.
Endometriosis is not an easy diagnosis to make. Symptoms such as
chronic pelvic pain, menstrual pain, bloating, painful sex, or pelvic
discomfort between ovulation and your period do heighten the index of
suspicion, but aren’t conclusive. Notably, some women have the
condition without symptoms, while others have these symptoms but no
endometriosis.
The cause of endometriosis is not known, although there are several
theories. It’s possible that more than one theory is correct, and there
are probably multiple pathways to developing the condition. One very
likely contributing factor that can be reduced with natural methods is
the estrogen-like chemicals that surround us, known as xenoestrogens.
(see BRT)
Estrogen’s natural function is to stimulate cell growth. But excess
estrogen contributes to unnatural growth. We know that American
women have the highest levels of estrogen in the world. We believe
that most of that excess comes from so-called xenoestrogens,
compounds whose molecular structure is so similar to estrogen that
they have estrogenic effects in the body. These compounds include
the growth hormones common in milk and meat production, agricultural
pesticides, the chemicals given off by plastics when heated in
microwaves, and many other sources. Not surprisingly, for most of us
such xenoestrogens are pervasive. (See our article on endocrine
disruptors for additional information on sources of xenoestrogens and
ways to avoid them.)
Ovarian Cysts is a fluid-filled sac in or on the ovary. Many ovarian
cysts are noncancerous cysts that occur as a result of ovulation (the
release of an egg from the ovary).
Some or all of the following symptoms may be present, though it is
possible not to experience any symptoms: dull aching, or severe,
sudden, and sharp pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen (one or
both sides), pelvis, vagina, lower back, or thighs; pain may be constant
or intermittent -- this is the most common symptom, fullness, heaviness,
pressure, swelling, or bloating in the abdomen, breast tenderness, pain
during or shortly after beginning or end of menstrual period, irregular
periods, or abnormal uterine bleeding or spotting,change in frequency
or ease of urination (such as inability to fully empty the bladder), or
difficulty with bowel movements due to pressure on adjacent pelvic
anatomy, weight gain, nausea or vomiting, fatigue, increased facial or
body hair.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a problem in which there are
several cysts present on the ovaries and a woman’s hormones are out
of balance. It can cause upsetting changes in the way you look and
problems with your periods. If it is not treated, over time it can lead to
serious health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease. It is a
health problem that can affect a woman's menstrual cycle, ability to
have children, hormones, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. With
PCOS, women typically have: high levels of androgens (adrenal
dysfunction), missed or irregular periods, and many small cysts in their
ovaries.
The most common symptoms are: acne, weight gain and trouble losing
weight, extra hair on the face and body. (Often women get thicker and
darker facial hair and more hair on the chest, belly, and back), thinning
hair on the scalp, irregular periods( Often women with PCOS have
fewer than 9 periods a year), some women have no periods and others
have very heavy bleeding, and fertility problems. Many women with
PCOS have trouble getting pregnant.
Uterine Fibroids are lumps that grow on your uterus which are well-
circumscribed, non-cancerous tumors arising from the myometrium
(smooth muscle layer) of the uterus. In addition to smooth muscle,
leiomyomas are also composed of extracellular matrix (i.e., collagen,
proteoglycan, fibronectin).
The female hormones estrogen and progesterone seem make them
grow. Your body makes the highest levels of these hormones during
the years when you have periods.
Symptoms of fibroids are: long, gushing periods and cramping, fullness
or pressure in their belly, low back pain, pain during sex, and an urge
to urinate often.
All of these issues stem from a hormonal dysfunction
somewhere in the body. With our personalized program of
hormonal saliva testing, hair analysis and natural therapies such
as BRT, we have had a consistently high rate of success. With a
combination of dietary changes, nutrient support, emotional
healing and alternative therapies, you can feel good again!
The basic idea is to eliminate the underlying causes and support your
body’s healthy metabolic function. These steps can help relieve the
symptoms of endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids and ovarian cysts but also
are important preventative measures for your overall health.
Our Personalized Program is a great place to start. At Balanced
Body Wellness Centre each person is treated as a unique
individual. Our personalized programs promote natural hormonal
balance with nutritional supplements, endocrine support
formulas, dietary and lifestyle guidance.
Call 770-425-6068 today to get started!
Endometriosis is when the kind of tissue that normally lines the uterus
grows somewhere else. It can grow on the ovaries, behind the uterus
or on the bowels or bladder. Rarely, it grows in other parts of the body.
Endometriosis is not an easy diagnosis to make. Symptoms such as
chronic pelvic pain, menstrual pain, bloating, painful sex, or pelvic
discomfort between ovulation and your period do heighten the index of
suspicion, but aren’t conclusive. Notably, some women have the
condition without symptoms, while others have these symptoms but no
endometriosis.
The cause of endometriosis is not known, although there are several
theories. It’s possible that more than one theory is correct, and there
are probably multiple pathways to developing the condition. One very
likely contributing factor that can be reduced with natural methods is
the estrogen-like chemicals that surround us, known as xenoestrogens.
(see BRT)
Estrogen’s natural function is to stimulate cell growth. But excess
estrogen contributes to unnatural growth. We know that American
women have the highest levels of estrogen in the world. We believe
that most of that excess comes from so-called xenoestrogens,
compounds whose molecular structure is so similar to estrogen that
they have estrogenic effects in the body. These compounds include
the growth hormones common in milk and meat production, agricultural
pesticides, the chemicals given off by plastics when heated in
microwaves, and many other sources. Not surprisingly, for most of us
such xenoestrogens are pervasive. (See our article on endocrine
disruptors for additional information on sources of xenoestrogens and
ways to avoid them.)
Ovarian Cysts is a fluid-filled sac in or on the ovary. Many ovarian
cysts are noncancerous cysts that occur as a result of ovulation (the
release of an egg from the ovary).
Some or all of the following symptoms may be present, though it is
possible not to experience any symptoms: dull aching, or severe,
sudden, and sharp pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen (one or
both sides), pelvis, vagina, lower back, or thighs; pain may be constant
or intermittent -- this is the most common symptom, fullness, heaviness,
pressure, swelling, or bloating in the abdomen, breast tenderness, pain
during or shortly after beginning or end of menstrual period, irregular
periods, or abnormal uterine bleeding or spotting,change in frequency
or ease of urination (such as inability to fully empty the bladder), or
difficulty with bowel movements due to pressure on adjacent pelvic
anatomy, weight gain, nausea or vomiting, fatigue, increased facial or
body hair.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a problem in which there are
several cysts present on the ovaries and a woman’s hormones are out
of balance. It can cause upsetting changes in the way you look and
problems with your periods. If it is not treated, over time it can lead to
serious health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease. It is a
health problem that can affect a woman's menstrual cycle, ability to
have children, hormones, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. With
PCOS, women typically have: high levels of androgens (adrenal
dysfunction), missed or irregular periods, and many small cysts in their
ovaries.
The most common symptoms are: acne, weight gain and trouble losing
weight, extra hair on the face and body. (Often women get thicker and
darker facial hair and more hair on the chest, belly, and back), thinning
hair on the scalp, irregular periods( Often women with PCOS have
fewer than 9 periods a year), some women have no periods and others
have very heavy bleeding, and fertility problems. Many women with
PCOS have trouble getting pregnant.
Uterine Fibroids are lumps that grow on your uterus which are well-
circumscribed, non-cancerous tumors arising from the myometrium
(smooth muscle layer) of the uterus. In addition to smooth muscle,
leiomyomas are also composed of extracellular matrix (i.e., collagen,
proteoglycan, fibronectin).
The female hormones estrogen and progesterone seem make them
grow. Your body makes the highest levels of these hormones during
the years when you have periods.
Symptoms of fibroids are: long, gushing periods and cramping, fullness
or pressure in their belly, low back pain, pain during sex, and an urge
to urinate often.
All of these issues stem from a hormonal dysfunction
somewhere in the body. With our personalized program of
hormonal saliva testing, hair analysis and natural therapies such
as BRT, we have had a consistently high rate of success. With a
combination of dietary changes, nutrient support, emotional
healing and alternative therapies, you can feel good again!
The basic idea is to eliminate the underlying causes and support your
body’s healthy metabolic function. These steps can help relieve the
symptoms of endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids and ovarian cysts but also
are important preventative measures for your overall health.
Our Personalized Program is a great place to start. At Balanced
Body Wellness Centre each person is treated as a unique
individual. Our personalized programs promote natural hormonal
balance with nutritional supplements, endocrine support
formulas, dietary and lifestyle guidance.
Call 770-425-6068 today to get started!
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