Hormonal imbalance is one of the menaces that could give sleepless nights to people, as they would result in ailments like hypothyroidism and PCOD.
However, by making simple changes to the diet and cutting away the intake of certain food items, you can strike a fine balance of hormones. Here we explain how.
Dairy products
Milk and its associated products are tempting. However, while they can help you stay fit, they can also disrupt your hormonal balance. Hence, keep a watch on dairy products that you consume.
Red meat
As the name itself suggests, red meat needs to be red signalled. Instead of consuming red meat, you can appease your taste buds with milk and fish.
Soy products
If you are of the opinion that soy products are healthy, some of them can actually disturb hormones and cause imbalance. Hence, think twice and study well before you take soy products henceforth.
Processed foods
Since chemicals and preservatives are used in processed foods to keep them ‘fresh’, consuming them might cause hormonal imbalance. These could cause inflammation, stress and overweight. So, stay alert.
Caffeine
If you are a coffee addict, it is time to change yourself. Caffeine increases the cortisol production in the body. Popularly known as the stress hormone, Cortisol causes imbalance in your body, feel experts.
Some vegetables
Not all vegetables are healthy. Vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, and kale are bad if consumed in excess. So, keep a tab on how you consume them.
(With inputs from The OnLook News Research Bureau)
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