I am an expert on hormones. Here's what you need to know for those who want to lose weight!

Hormones play in the female body lead. It is from these biologically active substances depends on the reproductive function, libido, set, or weight loss, growth, appetite and even mood of the fairer sex.

When the hormonal system, women balanced hormones successfully perform their functions. Leading hormone expert Sara Gottfried argues that the hormones are in the way of many women to the ideal figure.




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The doctor recommends that your diet and make some adjustments, to ensure homeostasis (same as when a good mood never leaves you, the skin glows from within, and hair and nails grow like weeds).





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Hormonal disturbance in women

1. High levels of cortisol
   Cortisol — stress hormone secreted by the adrenal glands as a reaction to the strain on the nervous system. If cortisol levels are chronically higher than normal, a person have problems with pressure, and blood sugar levels. People with high levels of cortisol have similar symptoms: frequent irritation (flash of anger and rage), difficulty falling asleep (poor sleep or sleeplessness), forgetfulness (frequent blackouts), excessive craving for salty or sweet foods, reduced sexual activity.
   
   To reduce the level of cortisol in the blood, it is enough to vary your diet: try to frequently eat fish, and dark chocolate.
   
   
   
   
   

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The excess insulin
Insulin is a special hormone which regulates glucose levels in our body. Increase the level of insulin in the blood over time leads to resistance to the hormone: cells become less responsive, and the level of glucose rises to prediabetics state. Often people with elevated levels of insulin complain of strong cravings for sweets, a feeling of trembling and anxiety between meals, high blood pressure and low cholesterol. To lower insulin levels, doctors recommends that you regularly eat sauerkraut or other fermented vegetables.





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Excess testosterone
Testosterone is a hormone secreted by both women and men. It directly affects muscle tone, bone growth and sexual function of the body. With increased testosterone facing up to 30 % of women. Often this problem is manifested as irregular menstruation, acne, appearance of chest hair, oily skin, appearance of warts, excessive irascibility and irritability.

To lower the level of testosterone in the blood, the endocrinologist advised to Supplement their diet with pumpkin dishes and pumpkin seeds and green beans.




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Excess estrogen
Estrogen — the female hormone of youth, which is responsible for the attractiveness of the weaker sex (rounded hips and Breasts). An excessive amount of this hormone in the body leads to such consequences as the rapid weight gain, breast enlargement or tenderness, frequent mood swings. Also characterized by severe headaches, excessive bleeding during menstruation or menopause, the gallbladder disease. If you notice yourself at least a few of these symptoms, you should include in your diet broccoli and cauliflower.




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