Nutrition For Mortals The Hormone Balancing Hoax
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Sep 6, 2023 The podcast takes a critical look at the trendy concept of 'balancing your hormones.' It explores the roles of hormones in our bodies and how vague wellness claims can mislead. Social media diets, like the infamous raw carrot salad, are scrutinized for their lack of solid research. The hosts delve into 'cycle syncing' and its questionable scientific backing. They also discuss the potential harms of misleading hormone-balancing messages, emphasizing the need for more nuanced discussions about women's health and reliable medical advice.
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What Hormones Actually Are
- Hormones are microscopic chemical messengers produced by glands that regulate growth, metabolism, mood, sleep and reproduction.
- Over 50 human hormones interact across the endocrine system to control diverse bodily processes.
Clinical Imbalances Versus Wellness Claims
- Diagnosed hormonal disorders (e.g., PCOS, hypothyroidism, diabetes) differ from vague social-media claims about "balancing hormones."
- True hormone imbalances have clinical definitions and treatments, unlike broad wellness promises.
Question Dietary Fixes For Hormones
- Be skeptical of diet rules that claim to "balance hormones" and demand cutting many foods without solid research.
- Look for clinical evidence before following extreme elimination or single-food fix recommendations.
