Hormones have a profound effect on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Our bodies produce specific amounts of hormones that help in various body functions. However, unbalanced levels of hormones can lead to acne and hyperpigmentation, such as melasma.
Here are eight natural ways to help balance hormones and help improve skin health.
Engage in Regular Exercise
Regular exercise can modify hormone levels to reduce the risk of diseases and protect muscle mass during the aging process.
Stay Away from Sugary Beverages
High intake of sugary beverages is consistently linked to higher insulin levels and insulin resistance in overweight and obese adults and children.
Consume a High-Fiber Diet
High-fiber intake is linked to improvements in insulin sensitivity and the hormones that control hunger, fullness, and food intake.
Drink Green Tea
Green tea is linked to increased insulin sensitivity and lower insulin levels for overweight, obese, or diabetic people.
Eat Enough Proteins at Every Meal
Eating enough proteins help with the production of hormones that decrease appetite and help you feel full.
Consume Healthy Fish and Fats
Including natural fats in your diet and avoiding unhealthy trans fats can help reduce insulin resistance and stimulate the production of hormones that help control appetite.
Learn to Manage Stress
Engaging in stress-reduction behaviors like meditation, yoga, massage, and listening to soothing music can help normalize your levels of the stress hormones cortisol.
Get Consistent, High-Quality Sleep
Inadequate or poor-quality sleep decreases fullness hormones, increases hunger and stress hormones, reduces growth hormones, and improves insulin resistance.
