We often hear phrases like “It’s just my hormones”, usually said half-jokingly when we’re tired, moody, or not feeling like ourselves. But what if there’s some truth behind that?
Hormones are powerful little messengers running the show behind the scenes in your body. When they’re working properly, you feel balanced. When they’re not… you feel off. And that “off” feeling could be your body’s way of telling you something is out of sync.
Let’s break down what a hormonal imbalance really means, what causes it, how to spot the symptoms, and most importantly, what you can do about it.
So, What Are Hormones Anyway?
Hormones are chemical messengers produced by glands in your body. They travel through your bloodstream to organs, skin, muscles — almost everywhere — and help regulate a long list of important functions, like:
- Your metabolism
- Growth and development
- Mood
- Reproduction
- Energy levels
- Sleep cycles
- Even how your body handles stress
Over 50 different hormones have been identified in the human body so far, and they’re all part of the endocrine system.
When everything’s in balance, your body runs smoothly. But even a small shift, too much or too little of just one hormone, can throw things off.
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