7 Signs Your Hormones Are Out Of Balance
Since we specialize in bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) at the Lake of the Ozarks, we work a great deal with both women and men who are suffering from the effects of imbalanced hormones. Here are a few signs we have identified that frequently indicate imbalanced hormones.
1. Inexplicable Weight Gain Or Loss
Your metabolism is in charge of burning necessary calories for energy and storing excess calories for fat. Hormones are in charge of regulating the metabolism, so if you are experiencing sudden weight gain or loss, it may be an indication that your hormones are off-balance.
2. Insomnia
The body's natural sleep cycle is governed by the circadian rhythms. This rhythm, in turn, is predominantly governed by hormones. If your hormones become imbalanced, you may experience a variety of sleep problems, such as reduced sleep quality and difficulty falling or staying asleep.
3. Excessive Sweating
Excessive sweating can be the result of hyper- and/or hypothyroidism. It can also stem from the hormonal changes that frequently accompany menopause and/or hormonal birth control. Excessive sweating is frequently associated with the common menopause symptom known as hot flashes.4. Mood Swings
Mood swings are possibly the most well-known symptom frequently caused by imbalanced hormones. You could be happy and relaxed one minute, and then suddenly end up in tears - even from something as harmless as burnt toast. Over-charged emotional outbursts frequently accompany these mood swings.
5. Decreased Sex Drive
Because it stems from our species' natural reproductive urges, sex drive is largely regulated by the reproductive hormones (mainly testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone). If these hormones become imbalanced, you may notice a decrease in your sex drive.
6. Chronic Fatigue
In light of the other symptoms we have discussed thus far, you probably won't be surprised to learn that exhaustion is another complaint commonly experienced by people with imbalanced hormones. Inadequate sleep, emotionally-charged outbursts, and inhibited metabolism can all be very tiring.
7. Consistent Cravings
We've all been there - one minute you're focusing on something at home or work, and the next minute you can't stop thinking about a specific type of food or beverage. Cravings are more than irrational urges, however; they are usually your body indicating is in need of a certain nutrient due to a hormonal imbalance.
Curious About Your Hormonal Balance? Contact Us!
The stereotype is that women suffer from greater hormonal challenges than men do, but the reality is that both men and women can experience the challenges often associated with imbalanced hormones. If you would like to learn more about your hormonal balance, visit our compounding pharmacy in Lake Ozark MO. We can offer saliva tests to determine your current hormonal balance, and we offer bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to help bring things back into balance when necessary. We would be honored to help you in any way we can!
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111 Crossings West, Suite 6
PO Box 2145
Lake Ozark, MO 65049
(573) 964-6786
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