PMS: What If It Was Your Microbiota?

The gut-hormone axis is at the heart of PMS. Recent research shows that our gut microbiome plays a crucial role in how we metabolize and excrete estrogen. This collection of bacteria is sometimes called the 'estrobolome'.

When the gut is imbalanced (dysbiosis), estrogen that should be excreted can be reabsorbed into the bloodstream, leading to 'estrogen dominance'. This often manifests as severe PMS, heavy periods, and mood swings.

### How to support your estrobolome: - **Eat more fiber:** Fiber binds to estrogen in the gut and ensures it leaves the body. - **Support your liver:** The liver processes hormones before they even reach the gut. Bitter greens and cruciferous vegetables are your best friends. - **Reduce alcohol:** Alcohol can disrupt both the liver and the gut microbiome, making it harder to maintain hormonal balance.

Taking care of your gut is one of the most effective ways to find relief from cyclical symptoms.