One of the major areas that I focus on with my clientele is hormone balance. So many of the major symptoms of ill health are tied to the function of these critical chemical messengers. Mental clarity, memory, energy, weight control, sleep, happiness, bone strength, digestive function not to mention sexual health and reproduction are all intimately tied to the balance of this complex symphony.
What is surprising to me is just how many of my patients have serious hormone problems. I'm seeing it in both men and women and it is starting to show up in teenagers. If it seems like you're noticing more and more people you know with hormone issues, you are correct.
The hormonal system is very complex with over 50 different hormones and pre-hormones that are all interconnected and constantly changing in an attempt to regulate us with our environment. Most of these hormones are secreted in very small amounts. A little goes a long way. Almost all of these hormones function in a negative feedback loop.
In today's episode, we'll discuss some of the challenges that we face in keeping our hormones balanced and what the best approach is to make our hormonal system happy!
