Hormones are extremely potent chemicals which have a great impact on the human body and its health.
The female hormone, estrogen, is of high importance for the development of secondary female properties during puberty, promotes cell division, and regulates the menstrual cycle.
Nowadays, the modern lifestyle causes hormonal imbalances, and the estrogen levels are dramatically influenced by pollutants, pesticides, chronic stress, and unhealthy diets.
Hormonal imbalances can have three effects, including thyroid problems, adrenal fatigue, or estrogen dominance. All of these have a significant impact on the health and lifestyle.
- Thyroid Problems
Globally, more than 20 million people suffer from thyroid issues.
The thyroid disease can be of more types, and the most common include hyperthyroidism (excessive activity of thyroid gland), and hypothyroidism (reduced activity of thyroid gland). These conditions can cause various symptoms, as follows:
Hyperthyroidism- Symptoms
- Anxiety, restlessness, and troubles sleeping
- Weight loss even though the appetite is increased
- Heat intolerance and profuse sweating
- Weak, slow heartbeat
- Constant fatigue and muscular weakness
- Cold intolerance
We will suggest 5 extremely essential oils below. Essential oils have a characteristic, soothing, calming scent which provides numerous benefits in the treatment of numerous health issues, including hormonal imbalances and their symptoms.
- Adrenal Fatigue
These are the most common symptoms of adrenal fatigue:
- Low blood sugar levels
- Joint aches and pains
- Low blood pressure
- Depression
- Estrogen Dominance
The excessive levels of estrogen cause:
- Depression
- Loss of libido
- Water retention
- Breast tenderness
- PMS
- Mood swings
5 Essential Oils that will provide great benefits in the case of hormonal imbalances:
- Licorice Oil
In the Chinese medicine, it is commonly used to boost the metabolism and fight Addison’s disease.
You should rub a few drops on the palms and inhale to instantly boost the mood.
- Basil Oil
To regulate the hormones, you should rub several drops of organic basil oil on the ear’s adrenal gland point at the tragus, or your forearms.
- Myrtle Oil
- Clary Sage Oil
- Lavender Oil
This essential oil improves sleep relaxes the body and boosts the circulation. It is also extremely useful in the treatment of the symptoms of estrogen imbalance and adrenal fatigue.
You should pour several drops of lavender oil on your pillow at bedtime. Its scent will calm you, relax the body, and improve your sleep.
Sources and References:
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