{"id":1531,"date":"2019-04-17T15:00:58","date_gmt":"2019-04-17T20:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/?p=1531"},"modified":"2019-05-30T12:30:59","modified_gmt":"2019-05-30T17:30:59","slug":"natural-ways-to-balance-hormones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/natural-ways-to-balance-hormones\/","title":{"rendered":"Natural Ways to Balance Hormones"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>Article Reviewed By <a href=\"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/faculty-and-advisory-board\/\">The Medical Faculty and Advisory Review Board<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At EvexiPEL, we pride ourselves in taking a multi-faceted, dynamic approach to balancing hormones. <strong>We also don\u2019t think pellet therapy is the <em>only <\/em>option<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>We know that every patient is different, and we will always dig deep until we find the root cause of our patients\u2019 health concerns.<\/p>\n<p>For some patients, this means they\u2019ll need an approach that involves more than just BHRT. We\u2019re not offended by this \u2013 we want to help!<\/p>\n<p>Over the years, <strong>we have found the mind, body, and spirit all need to be addressed<\/strong> to fully heal from your hormonal imbalances.<\/p>\n<p>Our integrated approach to hormone balancing includes examining patients\u2019 DNA, toxicity, and gut health to achieve maximum results.<\/p>\n<h2>1. DNA<\/h2>\n<p>Research shows <strong>the way we metabolize hormones is written into our genetic code<\/strong>. This means our practitioners are aware each patient will metabolize hormones differently. And thus, our patients will be able to develop treatment plans accordingly.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Toxicity<\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s first be clear: <strong>toxins don\u2019t just come in the form of chemicals and pollutants<\/strong>. We\u2019re talking about social and mental toxins as well:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Unhealthy relationships<\/li>\n<li>Unnecessary stress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These items can contribute to hormonal imbalances. After our practitioners have a good idea of the daily toxins their patients are exposed to, they can begin to take steps to reduce, and eventually eliminate, those toxins.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Gut Health<\/h2>\n<p>Gut health is essential, and it directly correlates with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Autoimmune issues<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Inflammation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Mental health\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And of course, if your gut isn\u2019t healthy, you can\u2019t effectively metabolize hormones. To fully realize the root cause of a patient\u2019s hormonal imbalances, <strong>our practitioners will always examine their gut health<\/strong>, and thus be able to prescribe a course of treatment effectively.<\/p>\n<h2>Specific Steps to Take<\/h2>\n<p>Now we\u2019ve talked about the basics, let\u2019s take a look at more specific steps you can take to balance your hormones in your everyday life.<\/p>\n<p>Although these suggestions won\u2019t change your DNA, they can play a role in your levels of toxicity and gut health.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Sleep More<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The importance of a good night\u2019s sleep cannot be overstated<\/strong>. And we\u2019re not just talking about <em>one<\/em> good night\u2019s sleep; we\u2019re talking about consistently getting 7-8 hours of sleep.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you are doing everything else right \u2013 eating well, exercising, all that \u2013 if you\u2019re not giving your body the sleep it needs, your health and hormone levels will likely suffer.<\/p>\n<p>Without a full night\u2019s sleep, <strong>your body won\u2019t be able to go through all five stages of the sleep cycle<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This can disrupt your circadian rhythm and stop the release of essential hormones<\/strong> that are regulated during sleep; the results of this can include, increased stress, anxiety, weight gain, and more.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Eat More Healthy Fats and Fewer Carbs<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Not all fats are created equal<\/strong>. We are happy to talk with you more about good healthy fats to eat, but as a rule of thumb \u2013 natural is always better!<\/p>\n<p>Consuming healthy, natural fats can help control your appetite, reduce inflammation, and promote insulin resistance. Good examples of healthy fats are coconut oil, avocados, fatty fish (salmon is a great one), olive oil and nuts (walnuts are particularly good).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Carbohydrates, on the other hand, typically lead to inflammation<\/strong> and numerous other health problems. Once again, there are different kinds of carbs. <strong>Refined carbohydrates are the ones you want to steer clear of<\/strong>, while carbs made with whole grains are OK in moderation.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Exercise Regularly<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Exercise is good for lots of reasons \u2013 physical and mental<\/strong>. Regular exercise has been shown to increase levels of beneficial hormones, while also reducing insulin levels.<\/p>\n<p>It is recommended that you engage in a variety of types of exercise \u2013 aerobic, strength training, and endurance training. And if you\u2019re not quite ready to run a marathon; no worries. Even <strong>an evening walk around the block is beneficial<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Address Stress and Emotional Imbalances<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s not just \u201chippie thinking\u201d \u2013 stress can drastically affect your hormonal balances. <strong>Cortisol and adrenaline are the major stress hormones<\/strong>. Imbalances in hormones can lead to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excessive <strong>calorie intake<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>High blood<\/strong> pressure<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rapid heart rate<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It&#8217;s beneficial to devote <strong>10 minutes a day to stress-reducing activities<\/strong>, such as yoga, meditation, a quiet bath or a walk.<\/p>\n<h2>We Can Help<\/h2>\n<p>Whatever you may need, <a href=\"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/\">we\u2019ll be sure to give you the individual attention (including follow-up visits) you deserve<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We won\u2019t be satisfied until we know that you\u2019re feeling your best<\/strong>. And of course, we will help give you whatever tools you need to undergo your lifestyle changes.<\/p>\n<p>It may also take follow-up visits and adjustments to your treatment over time, but in our opinion, that\u2019s a small price to pay for getting your quality of life back!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/people-woman-exercise-fitness-2592247\/\">Image attribution<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Article Reviewed By The Medical Faculty and Advisory Review Board At EvexiPEL, we pride ourselves in taking a multi-faceted, dynamic approach to balancing hormones. 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