Now before you go calling me a sexist pig, lol, hear me out. Estrogen is a fat-promoting hormone. We all (including men) need a little bit of it to start the fat-burning process. But after we get a healthy amount (a small amount for men, a little more for women), an excess will only tell our bodies to store more fat. And indeed, there is a BIG problem of excess estrogen in our society.
Estrogen-mimicking hormones are everywhere. It starts with soy. Did you know that 93% of the soy consumed in the USA is now genetically modified? How much this affects our estrogen problem compared to organic, unmodified soy is still being debated. But make no mistake, this stuff can throw off your hormone balance. It can make both men and women much softer, in more ways than one.
So, ditch the soy milk. Swap it for almond or organic milk instead. And keep an eye out for soybean oil, which sneaks into so many processed and packaged foods. Reducing your exposure to these products is a simple step with significant benefits for your health and hormone balance.
Soy, however, is just the tip of the iceberg. Estrogen mimickers are lurking in household cleaning products, soft plastics, and cosmetics too. Ironic, isn’t it? The very things we use to look and feel better might actually be making things worse. It may be worth the investment to switch to non-toxic, all-natural cleaning products and cosmetics. Look for brands that actively avoid hormone-disrupting ingredients.
And, of course, steer clear of plastic surgery. Let’s be honest—how often does that actually make someone look better? Hormones are powerful allies when it comes to reaching your health and fitness goals. But when they’re out of balance, they’re an uphill battle. Focus on keeping them in check, and your body will thank you in more ways than one.
