Foods for Hormonal Balance

Hormones are needed for major functions in the body such as controlling appetite, mood, sexual function, metabolism, and weight. Any hormonal imbalance might cause weight gain, anxiety, irregular menstrual cycle, fertility, hair loss, and skin problems.

Many factors can negatively impact your hormonal production such as unhealthy sleep patterns, excessive cardio exercise, very harsh diets, chronic exposure to stress, environmental toxins, etc.⠀

On top of regulating the lifestyle factors, incorporating the foods mentioned below will help in achieving the right hormonal balance:

1.     Flaxseeds and Sunflower seeds: can be put in a smoothie or mixed to breads and other baked goods. ⠀

2.     Sweet potatoes: can be incorporated to your breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks.

3.     Fatty Fish: such as wild salmon, sardines, etc.

4.     Cruciferous veggies: such as cauliflower, broccoli, green leafy veggies, etc.

5.     Broccoli sprouts: can be put on an avocado toast or in a smoothie. ⠀

6.     Bitter greens: such as arugula, dandelion, endive, kale, etc.

7.     Avocados: can be added to salads, toasts, smoothies or eaten alone.

8.     Seaweed: this is a great source of iodine. Can be used as a wrap instead of bread or eaten as seaweed crisps/chips.

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