Diet and Digestion Resources
Like many other lifestyle factors, what we eat is closely connected to hormonal balance. Some nutrients, such as probiotics and vitamins, are essential to hormone production. Other foods, such as processed sugars and excess carbohydrates, may disrupt that delicate balance. The resources on this page describe just a few of the ways that hormones and diet are connected, including the effects on the human microbiome and “gut” health, weight fluctuations, and the risk of various diseases.
DIGESTION
The digestive system, or gastrointestinal (GI) tract, absorbs nutrients necessary to keep the body healthy while rejecting or dispelling substances that are toxic.
BOOK REVIEW – THE 6-WEEK CURE FOR THE MIDDLE-AGED MIDDLE
Weight gain is commonplace as we age, even with no changes in diet or exercise. This weight gain is often the abdominal obesity associated with heart disease.
ADIPOSE TISSUE DURING MENOPAUSE
Hormonal imbalance during menopause may contribute to many health conditions normally associated with aging, such as accumulation of fat tissue.
BROCCOLI AND HORMONE BALANCE
Broccoli is connected to hormone balance by its effect on how the body breaks down estrogen. But exactly how much and how often should broccoli be eaten?
DIABETES AND TESTOSTERONE
This short article outlines a study that indicated that patients with abdominal obesity and metabolic diseases should be tested for low testosterone.
HORMONES AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH
Because foods affect blood sugar in different ways, it’s important to pay attention to what and when you eat in order to help regulate emotional health.
HORMONES, PROBIOTICS, AND THE HUMAN MICROBIOME
Microbial imbalance in the gut may affect other systems in the body, including hormone balance. Probiotics may help optimize hormones and overall wellness.
HOW DIETARY FAT AFFECTS HORMONES
One of the vital components of a balanced diet is dietary fat; eating the right amounts and kinds of dietary fat may help reduce the risk of many diseases.
THE HUMAN MICROBIOME
A healthy microbiome aids digestion, immune system integrity, and behavior. Several things, including diet, may cause changes in the microbiome.
INSULIN RESISTANCE
As the master fuel-supply hormone, insulin’s regulates the blood sugar that flows into the body’s cells to create energy and to communicate the need to refuel.
PROBIOTICS
Probiotic foods or supplements are generally safe and widely available. But how can you be sure you’re getting enough of the right probiotics to make a difference?
