Hormones have a widespread impact on many biological processes, so it makes sense that various issues can become more prominent when these powerful chemical messengers fluctuate in their levels.
In fact, up to 90% of women report an aggravation of symptoms before and during their period, premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Interestingly, it is estimated that one-third of healthy women experience digestive issues before and during their period.
Yet did you know that there is a gut-hormone connection that not only impacts biological females, but can also affect all genders?
In my latest post, I explore the powerful connection between the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the endocrine system. Then, I dive into how the menstrual cycle affects the gut (based on my published article on Rupa Health). Finally, I offer some naturopathic and functional medicine tips for managing these common symptoms.
Although a large portion of this blog is geared toward women, everyone can benefit.
This is because:
(1) It is important to be aware of the gut-hormone link.
(2) Knowledge of how hormones can aggravate one’s health during specific times of the month can offer more understanding among partners.
(3) All humans should be familiar with how stress and hormones impact the functioning of our gut, as no one escapes stress these days.
Click here to read more about:
- How the GI tract and hormones influence each other
- The six ways one’s menstrual cycle can impact the gastrointestinal tract
- The stress-gut-hormone link
- Functional medicine tests to help decipher hormonal imbalances that could be contributing to digestive symptoms, or vice versa
- How to ease menstrual cycle and stress-related digestive issues
As stated in my article:
The hormonal shifts that occur with the menstrual cycle influence the gastrointestinal tract for various reasons….
Thankfully, addressing the root cause with lifestyle medicine, stress reduction, mind-body modalities, nutrition, herbs, and supplements can help to bring the hormones and gut back into balance.
These interventions can also help to alleviate stress and hormone-related digestive health issues for all genders.
Learn more here.
Naturopathic Medicine and Holistic Resources for Hormonal and Mood Support
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- My free online essential oils database.
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Disclaimer: This material is for information purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prescribe for any illness. You should check with your doctor regarding implementing any new strategies into your wellness regime. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.
This information is applicable ONLY for therapeutic quality essential oils. This information DOES NOT apply to essential oils that have not been tested for purity and standardized constituents. There is no quality control in the United States, and oils labeled as “100% pure” need only to contain 5% of the actual oil. The rest of the bottle can be filled with fillers and sometimes toxic ingredients that can irritate the skin. The studies are not based solely on a specific brand of an essential oil, unless stated. Please read the full study for more information.
