Make The Body Chaotic, Recognize 7 Signs Of Unbalanced Hormones And How To Overcome

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YOGYAKARTA – Hormones are the smallest invisible parts. When the amount released is not balanced, it has the potential to cause problems for the body.

Hormones are chemicals that are produced by glands in the endocrine system and released into the bloodstream. Imbalance occurs when there are too few or too many hormones.

Hormone function itself is related to daily activities. Such as the work of metabolism, appetite, sleep cycle, reproductive cycle, sexual function, body temperature, and mood. Quoting Hormone Health, naturally the level of hormone production fluctuates at various stages of life, especially during puberty, in women during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause.

Here are signs of a condition when the hormones in your body are out of balance. Be aware and take steps to overcome them.

1. Mood swings

The female hormone estrogen has a neurotransmitter effect in the brain, the effect of which affects mood or is managed by serotonin. Estrogen fluctuations can cause premenstrual and perimenopausal syndromes as well as menopause.

Advice from experts, to overcome mood swings so as not to interfere with activities. Among them by managing a healthy diet, running a healthy lifestyle such as regular exercise and keeping a daily journal to help identify whether symptoms include hormonal changes or other psychological conditions.

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2. Poor sleep quality

Decreased estrogen levels can also cause night sweats that interfere with your sleep. These hormonal changes contribute to fatigue and a lack of energy. The first step is to get an accurate diagnosis. Well, to overcome sleep difficulties it is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and regularly exercise also helps improve sleep quality.

3. Weight gain

Hormones are related to the work of metabolism. When the thyroid is underactive, weight gain is likely to be experienced. In addition, in women, it also causes polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and menopause.

Unexplained weight gain, or without dietary changes, it is best to consult a healthcare professional to check for thyroid problems and ovarian cysts.

4. Skin problems

Chronic acne in adults can be a sign of low levels of estrogen and progesterone and high levels of androgen hormones. Meanwhile, when you experience itchy skin, it can be caused by a thyroid problem.

5. Fertility problems

Women aged 35 years, experience changes in hormone levels that affect fertility. At that age, high follicle-stimulating hormone can reduce a woman's chances of getting pregnant. Meanwhile, low luteinizing hormone (LH), which stimulates the ovaries to release eggs and start producing progesterone, can also cause fertility problems.

6. Headache

Many women experience headaches due to hormonal changes, especially during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, or menopause. Because of this, experts advise to record each monthly cycle and consult a doctor. If you experience this problem regularly, your doctor will provide the right solution to overcome it.

7. Brittle bones

Bone loss can be caused by decreased levels of estrogen during perimenopause and menopause. Often women are not aware of having this problem. Therefore, you can take steps to overcome brittle bones, such as consuming foods high in calcium, meeting nutritional needs for optimal calcium absorption, and continuing to exercise regularly.