Signs on your skin that indicate hormonal imbalances.

 

Signs on your skin that indicate hormonal imbalances.



Signs and symptoms usually indicate there's a lot going on in our bodies and not just hormonal imbalances.
The hormones get imbalanced due to other systems or glands not functioning properly. It all originates from the cells before it can manifest on your skin or face.

1.      Acne and facial hair

Common causes;

They include PCOS, excess androgen, estrogen dominance, low progesterone, poor gut health, congested liver and blood sugar imbalances.

Tips on how to manage acne.

Clearing up or healing the skin is not as easy as we would want, however, it takes time and consistency to resolve the skin issue. Jumping right into supplements or topical skin acids and creams might not be effective if the core problem isn't addressed.

·         The right foundation includes eating right to balance your blood sugars. Go for whole grain or starchy carbs / root vegetables balanced with Protein and healthy fat. Consume adequate protein amounts with every meal

·         Increase your minerals like magnesium, zinc, potassium by taking variety of vegetables and berries that are rich in antioxidants and minerals

·         Support your liver detoxification pathways by adding in herbs like milk thistle, dandelion root tea, vitamins A and vitamin E. This will help with estrogen detox or elimination.

·         Incorporate the powerful raw carrot salad that acts as a binder to excess estrogen since it’s high in fiber and allows estrogen elimination through poop.

·         Exercise either by lifting Weight or simple movements like walking.

·         prioritize daily quality sleep which is between 7-9 hours daily.

·         Eliminate external estrogen sources like non-stick cookware, perfumes and fragrances, toxic make up products, plastics and harsh cleaning agents

 

2.      Skin tags

Main causes

They are caused mainly by; glucose and insulin imbalances. They are usually a sign of insulin resistance especially with PCOS or pre-diabetes.

 

Nutrition action for skin tags

·         Support your metabolic health which means eating meals that help stabilize blood sugar. By this I mean, have meals that are combined with 40% carbohydrates, 30% protein sources and 30% health fats. For example, this would mean taking ¼ plate of rice with 140 grams of ground beef and ¼ plate of sautéed vegetables.

·         Do moderate exercises especially strength training regularly for 3-4 times a week

·         Do targeted supplementation like Inositol supplement, vitamin C, magnesium supplement and or berberine.

·         Reduce or eliminate coffee intake. If you really have to take coffee, you should take after having a meal or after breakfast.

·         Also prioritize sleep and rest.

 

 

 

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