- Do you think hormones cause mood swings in women only?
- It is not just a women’s thing! Men have hormones too and when it goes out of balance, your mood, your energy, and even your fitness are on a toss.
- Feel sluggish? Moody? Not just yourself? Maybe it’s time to check what’s going on behind the Batman suit.
Does your brain directly jump straight to women who deal with menopause or PMS when you hear “hormonal imbalance”? Here, I am bringing you the shocker! Men have hormonal imbalances too!
The Hidden Struggle
The worst part is men’s hormonal imbalances, and the struggles often go unnoticed. No one talks about it. Hormones like insulin, testosterone, estrogen, and cortisol play more important roles every day of men’s lives. When they go haywire, it would feel like a rollercoaster ride you did not sign up for!
Signs Your Hormones Are Messing With You
Hormonal imbalance does not come with any alarming signs but literally whacks you like:
- Constant Exhaustion: You feel off even after a good night's sleep.
- Mood Swings and Feeling ‘Meh’: You feel so low and irritated and another moment you are fine.
- Weight Gain That Won’t Budge: With every effort you put in and hit the gym, belly fat stays stubborn as a constant companion.
- Sex Drive on Vacation: Your testosterone may also be lacking if your libido is absent.
- Messed-up Sleep: Blame your hormones if you are tossing and turning all night.
- Thinning Hair and Breakouts: Oh yes, dude! Your skin and hair are tied up with hormones too!
What’s Throwing Your Hormones Off?
Stress Overload: Exhaustion, weight gain, and decreased testosterone are caused by high cortisol.
- Junk Food Addiction: Processed, sugary foods throw off the balance of insulin and testosterone.
- Skipping Workouts: Less exercise causes testosterone levels to drop and more fat to be stored.
- Exposure to Toxins: Pollutants, chemicals, and plastics subtly undermine the health of hormones.
- Lack of Sleep: Insufficient sleep slows metabolism and interferes with testosterone levels.
Reboot Your Hormones: What to Do Now
- Power up Your Plate: Upgrade your plate by consuming authentic, whole foods that are high in protein and good fats.
- Lift Weights, Stay Active: Strength training naturally increases testosterone, so keep moving and lift weights.
- De-stress Like a Pro: Try deep breathing, meditation, or simply unplugging for a bit to de-stress like a pro.
- Prioritize Sleep: Make sleep a priority. Getting 7 to 9 hours of good sleep helps regulate your hormones.
- Ditch Harmful Chemicals: Avoid dangerous chemicals by consuming fewer processed foods, plastics, and artificial fragrances.
- Check-in With a Doctor: If something feels strange, don't disregard it. Take a test!
