How to Control Hormone Levels

Hormonal imbalances can perpetrate acne, hair loss, weight fluctuation, lethargy, and irregular menstrual cycles. Symptoms like these are not uncommon and can be easily managed. There are many reasons for hormonal imbalances and it is important to diagnose the exact cause. Once identified, your doctor can prescribe proper medication and hormone levels can be controlled.

Things You'll Need

• General Physician Gynecologist

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Instructions

See Your Doctor

• 1

  Schedule and appointment if any of the following symptoms occur suddenly: hair loss, fatigue, weight fluctuation, acne, irritability, or depression. Get a comprehensive blood test done to check for cholesterol, thyroid, triglycerides, and iron levels. This will determine the cause of hormone imbalances and proper treatment can be prescribed.

• 2

  Take the medicine necessary based on blood test results. Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can be taken care of with daily medication. In exceptional cases, surgery may be necessary.

• 3

  See a gynecologist if you are a woman experiencing severe mood changes, sporadic periods, or acne. Most of the time, birth control pills will be dispensed and will moderate these irregularities.

• 4

  Eat foods that will help control hormone levels. If insulin resistance is the reason for a hormonal imbalance, you should acquire a diet similar to a diabetic. This includes consumption of lean meats like chicken, fresh fish, and soy products. Cruciferous vegetable like broccoli, cauliflower and foods containing whole grains are also beneficial.