I went to a seminar yesterday and was so impressed that I wanted to share it with you, I hope you enjoy reading my blog and hopefully will find this useful in order to deal with your hormones.
A lot of Women suffer from PMT, It is all to do with Hormones. Hormones control the whole of a women's physiology, not just the reproductive system.
They form the basis of the intricate biochemistry that drives: How a woman thinks, feels, and how a woman responds.
Hormones are biological messengers produced by an endocrine gland, they have specific roles.
Lock on to cells with responsive receptors
Hormone sends signals into the cell through receptor to deliver a message
They are involved in almost every biological process including;-
Immune function
reproduction
growth
blood sugar regulation
Their balance is easily overset by hormones distruptors, natural and unnatural these include:-
Stress
plastics
toiletries
paints
cigarette smoke
The pill and other medications
Pesticides and herbicides
Household cleaning products
solvents
Excitotoxins such as MSG, Aspartame and other everyday products
Endocrine Distruptors are man-made chemicals
Molecules act like hormones in the body and can persist for decades or even centures in the environment
POP's (persistent organic pollutants can mimic or block:-
thyroid hormones
testosterone
oestrogen
insulin
A girl is born with all she needs to develop into a woman, she is born with a full complement of eggs for reproduction
The ovaries are inactive until puberty. Hormones are released to widen the hips, mature the breasts, grow pubic hair and begin menstruation. The pituitary stimulates the maturation of an egg each month and if this is not fertilised it results in a period.
A woman's cycle begins the first day of menstrual bleed. The top layer of the endometrium is shed whilst the pituitary releases FSH or follicle stimulating hormone. This stimulates an egg to grow and mature in the ovary. By the time a period is over, the cells surrounding the maturing egg begin to make oestrogen. This thickens the lining of the womb ready to receive a fertilised egg. By mid-cycle the oestrogen levels reach a peak, which triggers the pituitary to release luteinising hormone to trigger ovulation.
In the post ovulatory phase the cells that surrounded the released egg collapse and forms a structure called the corpus luteum. This produces progesterone and small amounts of oestrogen to prepare the body for a pregnancy. If the egg is not fertilised within 14 days the corpus luteum shrivels and oestrogen and progesterone production stops. The sudden drops in hormones promps menstrual bleeding.
Relatively small amounts of oestrogen are required to have an action in the body, therefore the control mechanisms to balance oestrogen levels are of prime importance. If oestrogen build-up occurs it leads to hormonal imbalances. Sex-hormone binding globulin transports oestrogen to the liver for breakdown. Different types of oestrogen - oestradiol being the most potent.
Other systems are important in clearing old or excess hormones:-
Liver - unwanted biochemical substances are metabolised by the liver. Hormones are taken through the body to be excreted.
Digestive Tract - Beta-glucoronidase in the gut can de-conjugate the oestrogen, leaving it free to be re-absorbed. High fibre diets, balanced gut and good transit time are all important to ensure this doesn't happen.
Pre-menstrual syndrome symptoms usually occurs in the 2nd half of monthly cycle.
Produces a wide range of physical and emotional changes including:-
bloating Irritability
weight gain Tension and anxiety
breast tenderness Mood swings
Headache/migraine Aggression
Pelvic discomfort Depression
Tiredness Forgetfulness
Lack of libido Insomnia
Clumsiness Tearful
There are a number of factors which may play a role:-
Hormone imbalances- excess oestrogen/deficient progesterone or low oestrogen/excess progesterone
Poor clearance of oestrogen by the liver
Re-absorption of oestrogen through the gut
Nutrient deficiencies - especially Vitamin B6 and magnesium
Blood Sugar imbalances
Low dopamine levels
Low serotonin levels
Excess prolactin
Lack of anti-inflammatory prostaglandins
There are four major categories of PMS
PMS A-
Anxiety
Irritability
Mood swings
Nervous Tension
Emotional Instability
PMS B-
Increased appetite
Craving for sweets
Headache
Fatigue
Fainting spells
Heart palpitations
PMS C-
Depression
Anxiety
Rage/aggression
Confusion
Clumsy and tearful
PMS D-
Weight gain
Bloating
Water retention
Breast tenderness
If you decide that you are in one of the above categories then what we would recommend is:-
PMS A
magnesium
vitamin b complex
super omega-3
MSM
vitamin c
PMS B
magnesium
super omega-3
zinc
vitamin b complex
super supplemental
PMS C
magnesium
vitamin b complex
super omega-3
evening primrose oil
PMS D
magnesium
vitamin b complex
evening primrose oil
licorice root
Increase consumption of plant foods - particularly those with phytoestrogens.
Limit consumption of meat and dairy, reduce saturated fat and sugar intake
Avoid exposure to environmental oestrogens:- Filter water, avoid pesticide-laden food and use chemical-free toiletries and household cleaners. shampoo, conditioner, silver shield, hand and body lotion, body wash, toothpaste
Improve liver function, liver health
Improve levels of friendly bacteria in the gut probiotic eleven
I would also recommend that you do a full body cleanse
Please try these products and if you are not 100% happy then there is a 90 day money back guarantee even if you have used it just keep the containers.
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