Blog, weight loss
Constipation & hormonal imbalance connection
Oct
LET’S TALK HORMONAL IMBALANCE – typical symptoms like hormonal fluctuations to PCOS, Perimenopause & Menopause causing indigestion issues….
Hormonal fluctuation or imbalance can impact the speed food moves through the intestines. Hence slowing down your metabolism.
Hormonal imbalances can cause constipation…. Imbalance in hormone ‘Estrogen’ leads to constipation – sending signals from receptors when out of balance play an important role in controlling the colonic motility ( remove colon waste.) High levels of cortisol slows down your fat metabolism
Having fatty liver & with insulin resistance – plays a huge role indigestion, waste removal, struggling with slow hormone metabolism.
Not enough fibre Not enough exercise High levels of stress (affects your adrenal & cortisol hormones)
Signs of hormonal imbalance – here are a few: Dry skin; Tender breasts; Weak or brittle bones; Trouble concentrating; Brain Fog; Moodiness, Irritability; Vaginal dryness; Hot flashes and night sweats; IBS; Insomnia; Weightgain; Constipation; Sore joints; Aches & pains; Ringing in the ears; Vertigo; Cold shoulder……
SOLUTIONS
Take natural hormone supplements ( I carry stock) Dietary changes: superfoods, cruciferous vegetables, essential fats
Pre-probiotics to health gut lining & inter flora balance Alkalising your ph balance (having high acidic levels ) 1-2 litre water daily
Consistent daily exercise.
Regular bowel movements are crucial for maintaining overall health and weightloss.
Here are five reasons why they are important: Digestive Health:
Regular bowel movements help ensure that the digestive system is functioning properly by effectively removing waste from the body. This prevents issues like constipation, which can lead to discomfort and more serious digestive problems if left unchecked.
Toxin Elimination: The colon plays a significant role in expelling toxins and waste products from the body.
Regular bowel movements help prevent the buildup of harmful substances, which can contribute to various health issues, including an increased risk of certain cancers.
Nutrient Absorption: An efficient digestive system supports optimal nutrient absorption. When bowel movements are regular, it indicates that the intestines are not holding onto waste for too long, allowing the body to absorb nutrients effectively from the foods consumed.
Prevention of Gastrointestinal Disorders: Regular bowel movements can help prevent gastrointestinal disorders such as diverticulosis and hemorrhoids.
By reducing strain and pressure on the intestinal walls, the risk of developing these issues is minimized. Overall Well-being: Having a regular bowel routine often correlates with a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle, contributing to overall physical and mental well-being. It can enhance comfort, reduce bloating, and improve energy levels, contributing to a better quality of life.
It takes 21 days for your subconscious mind and your hypothalamus gland to start pre-programming and recording your new healthy eating habits, developing new disciplined actions and behaviours, through your repetitive daily actions, raising your conscious awareness levels, building new pathways of perseverance, and having successful outcomes of your goals. Discipline starts with daily actions, repeating them consistently not just occasionally, will give you the weight you want and improve the quality of your life.
