Estrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone: Key hormones and expert tips for women's health to balance them

Hormonal balance is crucial for a woman's overall well-being as various hormones act as chemical messengers, regulating the function of cells and tissues throughout the body but when these hormones are imbalanced, it can take a toll on your health. Today we will focus on three key hormones – estrogen, progesterone and testosterone so, in an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Preethika Shetty, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospitals in Kharadi, explained how they impact your health, along with some expert tips for addressing imbalances. Treatment: A) Lifestyle changes: Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, regular exercise, stress management techniques, and adequate sleep can significantly improve estrogen levels. Treatment: A) Lifestyle changes: Similar to estrogen, a healthy lifestyle with balanced diet, exercise, stress management, and adequate sleep can help regulate progesterone. Treatment: A) Lifestyle changes: Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet rich in protein, regular exercise and stress management can support healthy testosterone levels.