Dallas County Living Well Magazine Winter 2014

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF ESTROGEN DOMINANCE? Achy Joints Bloating Cold Body Temperature Bleeding Changes/ Spotting Fatigue Breast Tenderness/ Fibrocystic Breasts Hair loss Headaches Uterine Fibroids Weight Gain Mood Swings Irritability Anxiety Thyroid Deficiency Insulin Resistance These are just some of the many symptoms that can occur when there is an imbalance between Estradiol and Progesterone in the body. These two hormones require a very close balance or similar ratio to the one another. Remember, Estrogen Dominance does not necessarily mean Estradiol levels are “high”. The term instead refers to any situation where Estradiol levels, which may still be within normal limits, are greater in regard to Progesterone levels. If the ratio between Estradiol and Progesterone is not balanced, you may start to see symptoms of high Estrogen or Estrogen Dominance. The symptoms associated with Estrogen Dominance can be remedied by increasing Progesterone levels or decreasing Estrogen levels. Decreasing estrogen levels can be accomplished by changes in the diet such as decreasing fatty foods or increasing cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and kale. Decreasing the intake of phytoestrogens from the diet may also be beneficial. DIM or Diindolylmethane is another option that can help with this process, and is available as an over the counter supplement. Another way to help restore balance is through the use of prescription strength Progesterone products. Texas Star Compounding Pharmacy is available to help you learn more about Estrogen Dominance, hormone testing, and can compounded prescription Progesterone products based on your current hormone levels and needs. Article written by Emigene Brown, PharmD Candidate and edited by Dr. Donna S. Barsky, D.Ph., R.Ph. If you would like to know more or have a personal consultation, please, contact us at 972-519-8475 (Store #1) or TexasStaradforlivingwell.pdf 1 12/12/2013 2:53:52 PM 214-291-5087 (Store #2). We would love to help you. R C M Y CM MY FREE 30 MINUTE NUTRITIONAL CONSULT WHEN YOU MENTION LIVING WELL! (BY APPOINTMENT) CY CMY K Dr. Donna S. Barsky R. Ph., D. Ph. Doctor of Pharmacy, Owner NORTH DALLAS Living Well Magazine | WINTER 2014 45

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