Foods that help maintain female hormone balance

Women experience less pain and maintain their health as a result of the release of female hormones.

It is said that from puberty until menopause, a small amount the size of a teaspoon is produced.

Such a tiny amount, but it does very important things in our body.

When menopause occurs, the body deteriorates rapidly and worsens... all because of a lack of estrogen.

Estrogen exposure over a longer period, due to early menarche and late pregnancy, increases the risk of breast cancer and endometrial cancer.

Therefore, maintaining hormonal balance is very important.

I will share foods that contain nutrients helpful for these kinds of things.

 

 

✅Dark leafy vegetable with many leaves

Vegetables with dark green leaves help eliminate them to resolve hormonal imbalance when estrogen levels are high.

It is recommended to consume spinach, kale, arugula, and other greens at least 2 to 3 times a week.

 

 

✅Fatty fish

Foods rich in omega-3 help reduce body inflammation and support endocrine system function, aiding in the production of necessary hormones.

 

 

✅Plant-based fats

A diet lacking sufficient fat prevents the body from producing or effectively using the appropriate amount of hormones.

 

 

Fermented foods

Fermented foods are rich in probiotics, which improve gut health and have anti-inflammatory effects. The endocrine system that produces the intestines and hormones is interconnected, helping to reduce excessive estrogen hormone activity and thyroid dysfunction issues.

 

 

✅Cruciferous vegetables

It contains a compound called glucosinolate. It helps reduce excessive estrogen in the body. Eating it lightly blanched aids in hormone regulation.

 

 

Source: Soonchunhyang University Seoul Hospital Official Blog