Restore balance to your hormones
Balance your hormones with the power of food. I assist patients in making nourishing choices for optimal hormone health.
You’re not supposed to feel hormonal all the time
Unexpected weight gain, cysts on your ovaries, irregular periods, or skin problems could mean that your hormones are out of sync. By taking steps to balance your hormones, you can feel like yourself again and live life to the fullest.
My Approach to Improving Hormone Health
Everyone’s health story is unique — a one-sized-fits-all approach is not the solution for you. I listen to your story and draw out a roadmap to address your concerns so we can support your hormones together, using food as medicine, in under 6 months.
Conditions Related to Your Hormones
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Refers to the time when a woman stops her monthly periods that is associated with changes in metabolism, weight gain and bone loss.
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A hormonal disorder causing cyst formation in the ovaries with symptoms of irregular periods, heavy bleeding, acne, hair growth, weight gain, and infertility.
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A condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it; causing pain, heavy periods, and infertility.
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Refers to an imbalance of estrogen and progesterone associated with heavy periods, mood swings and weight gain.
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Refers to poor thyroid function causing fatigue, weight gain, depression, dry skin, and hair loss. Hashimoto's is an autoimmune attack on the thyroid.
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Breakouts on face, neck, back, and chest caused by hormonal imbalances. Hirsutism presents excessive hair growth caused by excess androgens (male hormones).
“After 6 months of being a patient of Stephanie, my lifestyle and health have completely changed for the better! Her guidance has helped me to lose weight and to feel more energetic and healthy. My skin looks better and I no longer feel bloated...”
GIOVANNA
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Got hormone questions? Here we go.
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Nutrition plays a crucial role in regulating hormones at a cellular level. The hormones produced, utilised, and excreted by the body are deeply influenced by factors such as the specific nutrients consumed, food sensitivities, and the impact of food on blood sugar and systemic inflammation. Optimal hormone balance is dependent on these key factors and the intricate interplay they have with one another.
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To optimise hormone balance, it's crucial to include foods that enhance gut health, increase insulin sensitivity, possess anti-inflammatory properties, and support effective detoxification and hormone conversion. A diverse range of foods can achieve these benefits, and an integrative dietitian can help design a personalised meals that incorporates these foods in the optimal amounts for optimal hormone health.
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A poor diet can result in hormonal imbalances in women through several mechanisms, including:
Imbalanced blood sugar levels: Consuming a diet high in refined carbohydrates and sugar can result in unstable blood sugar levels and contribute to insulin resistance. This can also disrupt hormones like insulin, leptin, and cortisol, leading to hormonal imbalances.
Systemic inflammation: A diet rich in processed foods, unhealthy fats, and sugar can cause chronic inflammation, which can affect hormone production and metabolism.
Nutrient deficiencies: A diet lacking essential vitamins and minerals can lead to hormonal imbalances, particularly for hormones like estrogen, thyroid hormones, and adrenal hormones that require specific nutrients for proper functioning.
Impacting the gut microbiome: A diet high in sugar, artificial additives, and low in fibre can have negative effects on the gut microbiome, which plays a crucial role in hormone production and metabolism.
It's important to consider that each woman's hormonal needs are unique and can be influenced by various factors, including age, genetics, lifestyle, and stress. To address hormonal imbalances, it's recommended to consult a healthcare professional, such as a dietitian, who can develop a personalised plan to address these imbalances and promote optimal hormone health through proper nutrition.
If you’re struggling with any of these, chat with a dietician to diagnose and treat the root cause.
Still have questions?