Estrogen is one of the key sex hormones in both men and women. It plays an important role in many bodily functions. Some key facts about estrogen:
- Estrogen promotes the development of what are considered "feminine" characteristics like breasts and hips. It supports bone strength and cardiovascular health as well.
- There are three major types of estrogen - estradiol, estriol and estrone. Estradiol is the primary estrogen during a woman's reproductive years.
- Estrogen levels peak during ovulation and are lowest right before a woman's period. Declining estrogen levels are linked to symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and sleep disturbances.
What does estrogen do?
- Plays a vital role in reproductive health and menstrual cycles for women
- Supports bone strength to reduce risks of osteoporosis
- Contributes to distribution of fat tissue in hips, buttocks and thighs
- Impacts cardiovascular health by promoting good cholesterol (HDL)
Estrogen imbalance? The experts at Balanced Hormone Clinic can help! Their state-of-the-art facility and caring medical team offer advanced
hormone testing and personalized
hormone therapy programs.
Estrogen and men
While known as the "female" sex hormone,
estrogen also plays an important role for men. It contributes to:
- Bone density
- Heart health
- Sexual function and libido
- Sperm production
Too much or too little
estrogen can cause unwanted symptoms for men too. Balanced Hormone Clinic has experience successfully treating men's
hormonal imbalances as well.
Estrogen production in the body
The main sites of
estrogen synthesis are the ovaries, adipose (fat) tissue, skin and the brain:
- Ovaries: Secrete estrogen into the blood stream
- Adipose tissue: Fat cells produce estrogen, especially in postmenopausal women
- Skin: Certain enzymes convert testosterone and other sex hormones into estrogen
- Brain: Neurons in the hypothalamus produce estrogen
Hormones like estrogen have wide-ranging impacts on health. An imbalance can negatively affect quality of life for both women and men. The medical team at Balanced Hormone Clinic has deep expertise evaluating
hormone levels through blood and saliva tests. They offer science-based hormone therapy programs tailored to your unique biochemistry, lifestyle and health goals. Contact them today for a consultation!