Why is estrogen control important?

Estrogen control is crucial for several reasons, as discussed by Andrew Huberman and Dr. Kyle Gillett on the Huberman Lab. Here are the key points:

1. Brain Function: Excessive inhibition of estrogen can disrupt brain function. Estrogen is important for numerous brain processes, and its balance is key for maintaining cognitive health and emotional stability.

2. Connective Tissue Health: Low levels of estrogen can lead to issues with connective tissues, which is vital for the strength and elasticity of your body tissues.

3. Libido: Contrary to common beliefs, reducing estrogen levels too much can actually decrease libido, not increase it. It’s a common misconception that higher estrogen lowers libido, whereas the opposite might be true.

4. Gynecomastia: Imbalances in estrogen levels can lead to conditions like gynecomastia (development of breast tissue) in males, further emphasizing the need for controlled estrogen levels.

Instead of using aromatase inhibitors which can lead to the issues mentioned above, lifestyle interventions and supplements, such as calcium D-glucarate, are recommended to maintain estrogen at healthy levels. The typical dosage for calcium D-glucarate is around 500 to 1000 milligrams 1.