Understanding Estrogen Balance
Women over 40 should be proactive about their health by utilizing tests like the Dutch test to monitor estrogen levels and understand how they break down. Hormonal balance is crucial, as protective and harmful estrogens play a significant role in overall health. Nutrition also impacts this balance, with dietary choices influencing insulin sensitivity and hormonal responses throughout the menstrual cycle.In this clip
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Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
Nutrient Timing to Balance Female Hormones with Dr. Mindy Pelz
Related Questions
When should hormone tests like the Dutch test or Everlywell Women's Health Test be done?
When in the menstrual cycle is it best to test hormone levels for females as discussed in the episode?
If measuring on day 5 of the menstrual cycle, the estradiol and progesterone levels will be low. Is this the basis of the comparison to testosterone levels? Shouldn't the comparison be based on when estrogen production is at its highest, such as around day 10-12 in the cycle, to accurately claim that pre-menopausal women produce more testosterone than estrogen?