Estrogen dominance occurs when there is an excess of estrogen in the body. The results of this condition can create chronic health problems, including weakening the liver as it struggles to remove the excess estrogen stored there. When estrogen is trapped in the uterus, it can lead to fibroid tumors, cysts and cancer. Estrogen can also accumulate in the ovaries, breasts and brain, causing myriad problems such as weight gain, chronic fatigue, decrease in bone formation, PMS and more.
More on Estrogen Dominance
The condition signifies a hormonal imbalance, when estrogen levels soar and the body can no longer function in an optimal manner. This condition occurs not just because of natural physical changes such as menopause, but also due to the foods we eat and the chemicals we ingest from car exhaust, plastics, Styrofoam, artificial scents, certain cosmetics, birth control pills and spermicide, canned foods, paints and solvents, pesticides and more. Excess stress can also induce estrogen dominance.
Helpful Herbs for Controlling Estrogen Quantity
Chinese medicine incorporates the following herbs when treating hormonal imbalance. Holistic medical practitioners also endorse these herbs as helping to minimize symptoms of estrogen dominance. These herbs can be taken as teas or tinctures or made into pastes by grinding them and then adding pure water.
Fenugreek
Anise
Hops
Fennel
Black cohosh
Milk thistle
Clover
Red clover
Don quai
Licorice
Ginseng
Peony
Sage
Nettle
Evening primrose oil
Burdock
Chamomile
Rhubarb
Herbs With Specific Vitamins for Controlling Excess Estrogen
Herbs containing magnesium, zinc, B complex and vitamin E are helpful in keeping high estrogen levels at bay. Oat straw, hops,and skullcap can be made into teas to supply the body with these nutrients.
