Gut Health & Hormones: The Overlooked Link

Gut health isn’t just about digestion. Your gut plays a major role in how your body metabolizes hormones—especially estrogen.

If your gut is out of balance, your hormones will be too.

The Gut-Hormone Connection

• The gut microbiome influences how estrogen is broken down and recycled

• Imbalances can lead to estrogen dominance, PMS, fatigue, and more

• Chronic stress, antibiotics, processed food, and poor sleep disrupt gut balance

Signs Your Gut May Be Disrupting Your Hormones

• Bloating, constipation, or IBS-like symptoms

• Cyclical headaches, breast tenderness, or mood swings

• Unexplained fatigue or weight fluctuations

How to Support Gut-Hormone Balance

• Eat 25–35g of fiber daily (think: flax, leafy greens, lentils, raspberries)

• Add fermented foods (sauerkraut, kefir, yogurt) for microbial diversity

• Focus on sleep, hydration, and stress reduction to reduce inflammation

You don’t need a total diet overhaul to feel better—just small, smart shifts that support your gut and hormones together.

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Keri Walter
Founder, Built for Her

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