The hormones in a person’s body fluctuate as they age, for women more than men especially. In one’s quest for health, it is essential that they consider the hormonal support their body requires both in the present moment and in regards to future bodily changes. For women an imbalance between the three hormones, progesterone, testosterone, and of course estrogen, can cause what appears to be mystifying health problems. Addressing the underlying hormonal imbalances can provide relief.

Are Health Supplements the Way to Enduring Health? Not Necessarily.

Supplements are just that, a supplemental product to boost the actions you have already taken to keep your body healthy. If there are not other healthy practices in place, taking antioxidant supplements or detox supplements or digestive health supplements will not make much of a measurable difference. The proper building blocks need to be in place first.

Take for example babies. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends mother’s supplement the breast milk they feed their babies with 400 IU of Vitamin D per day. Now, clearly the 400 IU of Vitamin D is not enough on its own. The baby relies on the vitamins and fat from the breast milk for nearly all of their nutritional needs, but the extra Vitamin D supplement helps cover every need.

It is the same with adults and their hormonal balance supplements. Without aligning their diet with what will best serve their health, the supplements will not offer the hormonal support they need. For women who have an imbalance in their progesterone, the recommended diet is not very complicated.

Do you know the minimum amount of protein your body requires each day for optimal health? It’s 0.8 grams per pound of body weight. An example would be 58 grams per day for a 160 pound adult. To put that into perspective, about four grams of chicken breast provides 22 grams of protein.

The right amount of protein is a start, but getting the right amount of the right fats also makes a difference. Omega-3 fatty acids are a beneficial addition, and can be found in abundant amounts in foods such as salmon, avocados, and the egg yolks of free-range eggs. For adults over 50 years old, doctors recommend supplementing with synthetic versions of Vitamin B-12, which can be found in enriched foods at the grocery store. Just check the nutritional facts.

Hormones play the major role in a woman’s body. Puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause are all caused with shifting hormone levels. However, if you find yourself feeling overly fatigued, with dry hair or brittle fingernails, you may need some extra hormonal support. If your libido has plummeted but your waist size increased suddenly, you may need hormonal support. If you are experiencing symptoms with no known causes, talk to your doctor about what you can do to feel better soon. Supplements may help, but only if your diet does the heavy lifting.