Hormone Health Hub: Expert Insights on Testing, Balance & Better Living — estrogen to progesterone imbalance

If you are eating well and exercising but still struggling to manage your weight, hormone imbalances may be playing a significant role. This article explores eight key hormonal factors that can drive weight gain — and what you can do about them.

By Dr. Sherry LaBeck of ZRT Lab Perimenopause is the transition between a woman's reproductive years and menopause, characterized by a decline in estrogen levels, which can lead to physical and emotional symptoms. Understanding the role of estrogen during this phase is essential for managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for women going through this transition. What is Perimenopause? Perimenopause typically begins in a woman's 40s, though some may experience symptoms as early as their mid-30s, which is known as premature menopause. During this phase, the ovaries produce less estrogen until menstruation stops, marking the onset of menopause....