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Hormones: Finding Balance from Within

When you hear the words “hormones,” what comes to mind?

You may picture your past self going through the nightmare known as puberty as your body began to produce more estrogen or testosterone. You may even picture an endocrinologist writing a test for your adrenal glands to check your cortisol levels. Whatever you may picture, it is important to understand that when it comes to hormones, our bodies are constantly working to regulate hormonal levels within set parameters.


A Brief Look at Hormones

To better understand hormone fluctuations, it is important first to know what hormones are and what they do. The Cleveland Clinic defines hormones as:

“Hormones are chemicals that coordinate different functions in your body by carrying messages through your blood to your organs, skin, muscles, and other tissues. These signals tell your body what to do and when to do it.”

These chemical messages play a pivotal role in our overall health and well-being by instructing certain parts of our bodies to carry out tasks like digestion, growth, and aging. Hormones also play a vital role in the healing process and the day-to-day functioning of our immune system, including how it combats ailments such as Lyme disease or even the common cold.


An Internal Balancing Act

Now that we have a better understanding of what hormones are and what they do, we can delve into the complex and constantly changing role hormones play within our bodies. These chemical messages are continually sent to various body parts to regulate processes like weight loss, energy levels, and pain management. Given the complexity of our hormones, even the slightest imbalance can have significant effects on our health and well-being. Thankfully, we have access to knowledge, natural nutrients, and bioidentical hormones to help manage hormone imbalances.


Conclusion

Hormones are essential to our overall health and well-being and should not be taken for granted. These microscopic chemical messengers play a crucial role in bodily functions, and even a minor imbalance can disrupt our lives. If you suspect you may have a hormonal imbalance and want to address it at its root, consider scheduling an appointment with Dr. Ridinger at Premier Health and Holistic Medicine. With over 30 years of medical experience, Dr. Ridinger is dedicated to treating hormonal imbalances at their source, ensuring you receive the quality of life you deserve.

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