Estrogen dominance

What is estrogen dominance?

Estrogen dominance occurs when there is an imbalance between estrogen and progesterone levels in the body. This condition is quite common among women today due to various factors like diet, environmental toxins, and stress.

Some key things to know about estrogen dominance:

• It happens when there is either too much estrogen or too little progesterone in the body. The ideal ratio is 1:1 for estrogen to progesterone.


• Symptoms can include irregular periods, headaches, weight gain, anxiety, fatigue, and low libido.


• It has been linked to conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and even certain types of cancers if left untreated for prolonged periods.


• Causes include estrogen mimickers like BPA from plastics entering our system, a high sugar/low fiber diet, obesogens in foods that promote weight gain and alter hormones, and stress which impacts cortisol. The standard American diet high in processed foods unfortunately promotes estrogen dominance.

How Is Estrogen Dominance Diagnosed and Treated?

Getting hormone levels properly tested through blood, urine or saliva samples can determine if you have an imbalance. Based on the results, an integrative or naturopathic doctor may suggest diet and lifestyle changes and possibly certain supplements or herbs to help promote better hormone health and rebalance your system:

• Progesterone creams, pills or suppositories can be used to counter excess estrogen by balancing out levels.


• Diindolylmethane (DIM) is a compound found in cruciferous veggies that helps metabolize and get rid of excess estrogen.


• Adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha, shatavari and maca can provide hormone balancing benefits. These adaptogens are natural substances that help bring the body back into a state of homeostasis or stable equilibrium.

- The Harmony Hormone Center specializes in customized natural hormone therapy and restoring optimal hormone balance based on each patient's needs to help alleviate uncomfortable symptoms and improve quality of life. Visit ]() for more information on the latest science-backed testing and treatment protocols.

I hope this overview gives you a better understanding of what estrogen dominance is, what causes it, signs to look out for, and how it can be properly diagnosed and managed through both lifestyle measures and certain evidence-based natural supplements and herbs. Let me know if you have any other questions!