Blog — cortisol imbalance

Hormones influence everything from energy and mood to weight, sleep, skin, and long-term health — yet imbalances often go unnoticed. This in-depth guide explains how hormones work, the most common signs of imbalance, and why testing is essential for understanding your body. Learn how cortisol, thyroid hormones, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and insulin shape your wellbeing, and discover practical steps to restore balance naturally through personalised testing, nutrition, lifestyle changes, and targeted support. This is your complete roadmap to understanding and improving your hormonal health.

Why a Hormone Profile Is Better Than a Single Test. When men experience hormone-related symptoms (like low libido, fatigue, weight gain, or mood changes), it’s rarely just one hormone causing the issue. A simple testosterone check may miss the bigger picture.

Discover how saliva and blood cortisol testing reveal adrenal function and help diagnose stress-related hormone imbalances like fatigue, anxiety, and burnout.

By Hormone Lab UK. Understanding Adrenal Stress Hormone Symptoms In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an inevitable part of our lives. From demanding work schedules to personal responsibilities, stress can take a toll on our overall well-being. When we experience prolonged or excessive stress, our adrenal glands play a vital role in our body's response. The adrenal glands produce stress hormones, such as cortisol, to help us cope with and adapt to stress. However, chronic stress can lead to an imbalance in these hormones, resulting in various symptoms and health concerns. In this blog post, we will explore the...