PhytoEstrogen for hormone balance

Contributed by Dr. Damian Rodriguez, DHSc, MS

Introduction

Maintaining hormonal balance and the overall health of the endocrine system is one of the most important factors in overall health, especially for women. From early teens through menopause, a woman’s health and well-being are closely associated with her body’s ability to regulate hormones. While a healthy lifestyle is the primary controllable factor in the health of the endocrine system, women often have specific needs that require more targeted action. Supplementing with dietary phytoestrogens—plant-derived compounds that have a similar chemical structure to the hormone estrogen—may provide a simple and effective means of minimizing the issues and discomfort associated with the menstrual cycle.*

Hormones

Hormones are signaling molecules that are formed and secreted by the endocrine system to regulate countless physiological mechanisms and behavioral activities. Hormones play a vital role in variations in muscle mass and weight management, mood, energy, skin, libido, and in numerous gender-specific characteristics and body processes. The regulation of the ovarian-produced hormones estrogen and progesterone are particularly important in the well-being of women. Estrogen is actually an entire class of hormones (estriol, estradiol, and estrone) that are responsible for many female characteristics and serve many roles during pregnancy and menopause. Progesterone is vital in the proper formation of female body parts, and it also influences libido and the function of the thyroid. Balancing and supporting normal levels of these hormones will promote reproductive health and minimize issues related to menstruation throughout your lifetime.

Endocrine System Support

The primary ways to support the overall health of the endocrine system and proper hormonal regulation are the principles of the doTERRA Wellness Lifestyle Pyramid. Maintaining a healthy weight through a whole food diet and regular physical activity, minimizing toxic load, and being proactive about your healthcare by getting regular exams, including comprehensive metabolic screenings, are the primary controllable factors in maintaining endocrine health. It may also be important to supplement your diet with a multivitamin and mineral complex that is a good source of iodine, as iodine deficiency is one of the primary causes of hypothyroidism1. Furthermore, supplementing your diet with phytoestrogens may help regulate hormonal balance, manage estrogen metabolism, and help minimize the uncomfortable symptoms of PMS and the transition through menopause.*

doTERRA Phytoestrogen Essential Complex was formulated specifically to provide supplementary phytoestrogens to help balance and support normal hormone levels for optimal well-being.* The three primary components of Phytoestrogen Essential Complex are extracts of soy, flax seed, and pomegranate. The soy extract is standardized for specific isoflavones that have been shown to support healthy response to oxidative stress and promote bone integrity2,3.* The flax seed extract is standardized for a high concentration of lignans, a class of phytoestrogens that have been shown in human research to help healthy estrogen metabolism4.* Lastly, the pomegranate extract, containing 40 percent ellagic acid, provides powerful antioxidant support5.* All three extracts combine in a sodium lauryl sulfate-free HPMC vegetable capsule for a convenient, effective, and natural way to balance and support normal hormone levels.*

Conclusion

Balancing estrogen and progesterone levels throughout a woman’s life cycle is a vital piece of the female health and wellness puzzle. Whether you are pre- or post-menopausal, 1–2 capsules of doTERRA Phytoestrogen Essential Complex with food per day provides the dietary phytoestrogens to support normal hormone levels and estrogen metabolism. For best results, try combining them with doTERRA Bone Nutrient Essential Complex and doTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack.