Hormonal Imbalance - Male And Female

 

How Do Men Become Estrogen Dominant?

Without a doubt, estrogen is one of the most popular hormones that are discussed quite often in the commercial scene. Contrary to common misconceptions, the term “estrogen” does not solely refer to hormones that are exclusive to women. Basically, the term refers to a group of hormones that have similar chemical characteristics. You have to note that estrogenic hormones can be produced in both men and women. This is why estrogen dominance can happen to both sexes. However, before one can fully understand how estrogen dominance occurs in our bodies, it is important to first have a clear grasp of how estrogenic hormones function in our bodies.

What Does Estrogen Do To The Body?

The word “estrogen" includes a group of hormones that is comprised of the estrone, estradiol and estriol. These hormones are produced in the adrenal glands, ovaries, and in our fat tissues. To be more specific, the hormones in the form of estradiol and estrone are produced in the ovaries while estriol is manufactured by the placenta when a woman becomes pregnant.
Hormones play a vital role in our body development. In the case of estrogenic hormones, they are uniquely accountable for the growth and development of sexual characteristics that are categorized as feminine. Females - both humans and animals - need estrogenic hormones in order to have proper reproductive functioning.

In the case of women, estrogenic hormones circulate in the bloodstream. They usually combine with the estrogen receptors present in our cells. Most of the time, estrogenic hormones are more concentrated on the breast and the uterus. This is because estrogen largely controls the changes in the breast during puberty and pregnancy. It is also responsible for ensuring the proper growth of the uterine lining during the first phase in the menstrual cycle. Aside from these, estrogenic hormones also affect the cellular functions in the liver, heart, bone, brain, and other vital organs in the body. They are responsible for some metabolic processes such as cholesterol level management and bone growth.

Why Does Estrogen Dominance Occur?

Estrogen dominance refers to the state of the body where there is an excess production of estrogen. It is often characterized by normal or excessive estrogen level matched with very inadequate or no progesterone to balance it.

In the early ages, it was thought that estrogen dominance only occur among women. However, recent studies show that both men and women are highly at risk for this condition, especially those who belong to our elderly group. As men age, estrogen level continuously increases while testosterone levels gradually fall. In the case of men, one of the usual symptoms of estrogen dominance is the tendency to develop “breasts.”

Aside from aging that cause a natural imbalance among the hormones, another factor that can promote estrogen dominance in the body of males is the presence of estrogen mimicking chemical. According to studies, these chemicals disrupt the hormonal balance of our body. The presence of these chemicals prompts the body to act and adapt the way that it should when there is an excess hormone in its system. Such industrial chemicals and toxics are present in our food, water, and air. However, they are usually abundant in heavy metals, herbicides, pesticides, plastics, and industrial poisons.

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Men

• Hormonal Imbalance In Men
• Causes Of Imbalance In Men
• Estrogen Dominant
• Therapies To Re balance Hormones
• What Is Testosterone

Women

• Hormonal Imbalance In Women
• Reasons For Hormonal Imbalance
• Alternative Therapies

Teens

• Hormonal Imbalance In Teens
• Hormonal Imbalance And Acne
• Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency

Everyone

• Insulin Imbalance
• Thyroid Function Hormone Imbalance
• Adrenal Hormone Imbalance
• How Imbalance Affects Weight