Is it hormonal imbalance? Or is it just your cycle doing its thing?

Many people suspect they have a hormonal imbalance, so let’s break it down:
– Hormones naturally rise and fall throughout your menstrual cycle. In fact, your hormones look different every single day in your cycle. That’s why testing your hormones can be tricky. 
– Many symptoms blamed on “imbalances” are actually your body responding to normal shifts. This can still make us feel our symptoms are hormonal. 
– We often blame our symptoms on hormone levels being “too high” but it may be a reflection of some hormones being low. 
Instead of chasing the “perfect” hormone level, focus on supporting overall health and wellness. There are other systems in your body that can impact your menstrual symptoms.
– Beware of products promising to “balance” your hormones. Your body isn’t broken, and balance isn’t a static value. 

Your hormones are dynamic. Learn to work with them, not against them.

Want to better understand your cycle? Start here:
1) Track your symptoms for a few months – timing matters
2) Notice which symptoms are consistent and disruptive
3) Don’t compare your cycle to your mom’s, sister’s, or best friend’s
4) Support stress, sleep, and nutrition – your hormones will thank you

The goal isn’t perfect balance but rather learning more about your body and its rhythms. We can find ways to support your body and in turn help with symptom reduction!