Hormones are regulators of all biological processes in the body. Sex, character, appearance, state of human health depend on their ratio.
In women, the hormonal background changes many times during their life, which is associated with the work of the reproductive organs.
Even within 1 month hormones are constantly “playing”. This explains many of the features of female behavior, a sharp change in mood, the formation of a maternal instinct.
In the realities of our life, which is filled with stress, the availability of junk food, a sedentary lifestyle, a difficult environmental situation and other shocks, it is extremely difficult for the body to maintain the balance of hormones.
Unfortunately, with a lack or excess of any hormone, this process can often be regulated only with the use of hormonal drugs under the supervision of an attending endocrinologist, gynecologist or urologist. However, there are certain rules, the observance of which reduces the risk of hormonal disorders.
In our body, the endocrine system is represented by a whole complex of endocrine glands. The pancreas produces insulin, which lowers blood sugar levels. The thyroid gland produces hormones that control all metabolic processes in the body.
It is the thyroid gland that first suffers from unfavorable environmental factors (lack of iodine, increased background radiation, etc.).
The adrenal glands are a very important organ for the regulation of blood pressure, the formation of human behavior during stressful situations, and the regulation of the production of sex hormone precursors.
The ovaries in women and the testes in men play a major role in the manifestation of secondary sexual characteristics and in procreation. At the head of the entire "hormonal world" are the pituitary gland and hypothalamus, which secrete active substances,
You need to eat regularly and properly. Reduce the consumption of refined sugar, which is primarily found in sweets, flour products, instant foods, sugary carbonated drinks, and fast food. It is necessary to eat more often, in small portions, at approximately the same time.
The basis of the diet should be foods rich in fiber, fruits, vegetables, cereals, vegetable oils and always protein in the form of fish, lean meat, chicken, turkey, low-fat cottage cheese, eggs. The body definitely needs about 2 liters of clean water per day.
Men and especially women need to regularly eat foods containing omega acids (fatty fish, olives, olive oil). Healthy fats are precursors of sex hormones and adrenal hormones, create a feeling of satiety, and normalize metabolism.
The body needs a mobile lifestyle, physical education should be regular. Simple daily walking at a fast, but comfortable pace for you is much more effective than working out in the gym 3 times a week and not exercising on other days. Physical activity improves both fitness and mood.
Adequate sleep is very important. If you go to bed no later than 23 hours and sleep at least 7-8 hours a day, then your biological rhythms will work like a clock. Many hormones are released at a strictly defined time and in the presence of certain factors (darkness, rest, etc.). Obesity, diabetes mellitus, and problems with appetite are often associated with sleep disorders.
You need to learn how to manage stressful situations. There is a direct link between stress and hormone levels. Stress leads to an increase in adrenaline and cortisol. If the level of these hormones is constantly too high, it leads to obesity, poor mood and cardiovascular problems.
Listening to music, reading, handicrafts, and your favorite hobby will help reduce anxiety.
It is important to exclude from the diet energy drinks, strong tea and coffee in the afternoon, give up bad habits (smoking, alcohol abuse).
Men need to remember that beer contains phytoestrogens (herbal analogs of female hormones), which can negatively affect the appearance and decrease libido. Regular sex life is important for both women and men.
These are the basic principles of maintaining balance in the body. If this does not help, you should consult an endocrinologist who will assess your hormonal levels and the need to use medicinal methods for correcting hormonal disorders.