Here’s more material for your file marked: “Do This To Feel Better.” You might not realize that, like everything else in our bodies, hormones can be disrupted by a range of factors, including lifestyle choices or habits. So, if you’re trying to eat right and maintain a healthy weight, you should keep these in mind, and talk to your doctor if you have any concerns. Nutrition. A balanced diet keeps our guts operating ideally; putting too much stress on our digestive system can contribute to hormonal imbalances. We need probiotics, fiber, healthy fat and plenty of water every day. Exercise. It can lessen symptoms brought by changing hormones – while also boosting quality of life, lowering aches and pains, and bringing countless physical and mental benefits. Caffeine and Stress. Going through a difficult time, or simply drinking too much caffeine, can cause the overproduction of stress hormones. They then disrupt sleep, appetite and energy. Not Getting Enough Sleep. Rest is also important to producing the right amount of the stress hormone cortisol. Alcohol and Smoking. Yep – as if you didn’t already know they were bad for you! Exposure to Certain Chemicals. Cleaning products, wrappers, textiles and more common items can contain Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals. Check out this guide to make safer choices. For optimal health, we really do have to practice positive habits consistently. If you ever feel like you’re “doing everything right” and not seeing results, keep your hormones in mind as the possible culprit. We're here to help with exercise, nutrition and other lifestyle support. Be sure to talk to your doctor, too, if you’re concerned about your habits and your hormones. Live Stronger For Today, Team Method3 Fitness At Method3 Fitness, our caring coaches help clients get active, gain energy and get healthy again with workouts tailored to your body and your goals. Interested? Fill out the "Request More Information Now" box above to receive your free consultation with our caring San Jose personal fitness trainers OR call us 408-371-1212 to connect. We're looking forward to talking with you! Method3 Fitness is conveniently located in San Jose. Our team of personal fitness trainers serve clients in Los Gatos, Campbell, Willow Glen and other surrounding Bay Area cities. If you found this blog useful, be sure to LIKE, LEAVE A COMMENT, and SHARE it on your favorite channel! The Method3 Fitness blog is updated weekly by our San Jose personal fitness trainers. All content is designed to improve the way you move, eat, and think so you can achieve your goals and live stronger for today. Check back here each week and LIKE our Fan Page, to stay up to date on the latest tips, strategies and methods to get active, gain energy and get healthy again!