Hormones are chemical messengers and without them, proper functioning in our body does not occur. They control everything;from reproduction, digestion, metabolism, emotions and even hunger and satiety. When our hormones function properly, we feel great and when they do not, we can have health issues that make us miserable.

The shortage of hormones  happened to me when my health went downhill.I started having debilitating and chronic problems.For instance,I experienced irregular periods that were heavy and painful. There were severe mood disorders including anxiety, panic attacks,mood swings, estrogen dominance and adrenal fatigue. In addition to these, I was gaining weight and my hair was falling out.

Sounds familiar?

I had many food sensitivities and allergies.By the time I discovered the root of my food sensitivities, I had raging candida.My blood sugar was a mess and I had major vitamin and mineral deficiencies.  Blood tests showed I had too many oxalates, a neurotransmitter imbalance and an MTHFR mutation.

Let us look at a few key hormones systems and you will get the picture of how important they are.

Hypothalamus: It signals the production of other hormones. In doing so, it helps regulate things like hunger, moods, sleep, body temperature and sex drive.

Thymus: It produces the hormone thymosin, which helps regulate the immune system. The thymus shrinks as we age. However,the scientists are not sure of how such a situation ought to be mitigated. All the same, perhaps good nutrition could help maintain immune function as we age.

Pancreas: Insulin produced in the pancreas is a key hormone in the body.It’s  sole function is to help blood sugar get into the cells so we have the energy we need for our cells to function. However, too much insulin has been implicated in many health issues.

Thyroid: Hormones produced by our thyroid glands are associated with metabolism and heart rate. If you have trouble losing weight, your thyroid hormone may not be functioning optimally.

Adrenals: There are many hormones produced by the adrenal glands but their main function is to help us cope with s physical and mental stress. Because of this, the adrenals rule the roost in the body. Protection of the body  from danger is considered as  one of the most significant roles of the adrenaline hormone. Therefore, a situation of stress and anxiety makes the adrenaline to be pumped into the various body regions.

Read how to support your adrenals here.

Pituitary: This is a master endocrine gland that produces hormones that tell other glands and organs to produce more hormones. However, hormones from the adrenals like cortisol or insulin from the pancreas can exert pressure on the pituitary glands. This will interfere with other hormones relationships where the pituitary is involved.

Of course, the hormones that often concern most people are the reproductive hormones.

In women, the ovaries produce estrogen, progesterone and small amounts of testosterone before menopause. After menopause, it is the adrenal glands  that produce these hormones to keep women healthy.

For men, the testes produce testosterone and small amounts of estrogen and progesterone.

These are just but a few hormonal relationships .It is  actually a complex process.In most cases, hormonal problems are as a  result of several hormones exerting influence in a way that causes more than one process. Food and lifestyle can help immensely in assisting  the various body parts work in a more balanced way. An experienced  nutrition professional can help you do this.

Balanced hormones are the key to a having a stable body. Even small imbalances can cause an issue. Getting a proper diagnosis is key It is only after the diagnosis that decisions can be made to help correct the issues.

In Health,

Angie

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