Today, we are continuing our hormone journey and exploring low estrogen. This little hormone does big things for our bodies, and when it’s off-kilter, it shows in various ways. We’ve put together a quick self-check quiz, adapted from Sara Gottfried’s Hormone Cure, to help you figure out if you might be experiencing signs of low estrogen.
The Quiz:
In the last 6 months, have you experienced:
1. Poor Memory?
2. Feeling more emotionally delicate compared to a decade ago?
3. Dealing with a bit of low-grade depression?
4. Noticing more wrinkles?
5. Experiencing night sweats or hot flashes?
6. Trouble getting a good night’s sleep or waking up often?
7. Dealing with an overactive or leaky bladder?
8. Frequent bladder infections?
9. Noticing droopier breasts?
10. More sun damage on your skin?
11. Achy joints bothering you?
12. Lost interest in exercise?
13. Concerns about bone health or bone loss?
14. Experiencing vaginal dryness or a lack of feeling?
15. Dry eyes and skin?
16. Lower libido?
17. Painful sex?
If you find a few boxes ticked and you’re over 40, it might be a good idea to consider scheduling a check-up to look into your hormone levels.
Understanding the Signs:
1. Brain and Emotions: Memory trouble and emotional ups and downs might be linked to changing estrogen levels.
2. Physical Changes: Wrinkles, sun damage, and breast changes can be signs of hormonal shifts.
3. Sleep Struggles: Night sweats, hot flashes, and sleep issues could be clues of hormonal changes impacting rest.
4. Urinary Concerns: Bladder issues and infections may connect to estrogen changes affecting the pelvic region.
5. Body Aches: Joint discomfort and bone health may be influenced by hormonal shifts.
6. Lifestyle Impact: Less interest in exercise and a lower libido can be influenced by hormonal changes affecting energy levels.
7. Intimate Health: Vaginal discomfort and dryness are common symptoms of hormonal shifts.
Conclusion:
Understanding signs of low estrogen is a step towards taking care of your well-being. If you resonate with the quiz and you’re over 40, think about scheduling a hormone consultation. Early awareness can make a big difference in restoring balance and improving your overall quality of life. Your health matters, so take a moment for you!
