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Balance your hormones, balance your life.
methods for
balancing hormones
for a healthy life
Balancing our hormone levels
enables us to have a healthier
quality of life. Hormones are
the body’s naturally produced
chemicals that help organs, tissues,
and cells communicate within the
body. Vital hormones like testosterone,
melatonin, serotonin, and estrogen
control growth, aging, metabolism, and
the reproductive system.
“Even a small change in hormone
levels can directly affect our health
and overall happiness. For my patients,
I recommend regular hormone monitoring
through blood, urine, or saliva
testing,” explains Assistant Professor
Dr. Pansak Sugkraroek, Director
of Vitallife Wellness Center at
Bumrungrad International Hospital.
Dr. Pansak recommends four
methods for balancing your hormones
to have a healthy life:
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Get a good night’s sleep
Go to bed no later than 11:30 pm
or midnight. During sleep, our
body produces the highest amount of
hormones. Turn off all communication
devices one hour before going to bed.
Electronic signals prevent us from
getting complete rest. For example,
blue light waves can trick your body
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into thinking to that it’s day instead
of night.
Eat healthy and vary your diet
Diet has a significant impact
on hormone levels. For example,
drinking alcohol can reduce growth
hormones, which causes aging. Eat
healthy foods and vary your diet to make
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sure you get the necessary nutrients
and vitamins.
Be active
Incorporate different types of
exercises to benefit every part
of your body. Exercise at least 200
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minutes per week, spread over 45
minutes per session, five times a week.
Relax and recharge
Work stress or excessive use
of communication devices can
decrease hormones. Throughout the
day, take the time to meditate. Take some
deep breaths, or simply think positively
to feel more relaxed.
In some cases, a lifestyle change
is not sufficient enough for balancing
hormones. Doctors may recommend
supplemental hormones approved by
the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) or other recommended medications
and supplementary foods to
balance hormones.
“However, using natural techniques
to balance hormones is the best
method,” says Dr. Pansak. “But always
do so under expert supervision to get
the best results.”
The Vitallife Wellness Center advises patients who want to adjust their hormone levels through a
personalized health program, including diet, exercise, and mental training. The Center regularly monitors
and assesses patients on a six week or six month period, depending on the individual’s condition.
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