What to eat to increase estrogen?

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1. Estrogen and estrogen deficiency in female hormones.

Estrogen is a sex hormone produced in the ovaries at the onset of puberty. The role of estrogen in women:
Directly affects reproductive function, affects the development and function of the female genital organs including ovaries, vagina, tubes. fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and mammary glands. Helps regulate menstruation: The body begins to secrete estrogen when entering puberty, then gradually increases when reaching reproductive age, then decreases in old age leading to menopause. Promotes the development of sex-related sexual characteristics such as buttocks, breasts, hair, etc., which are responsible for the difference between men and women. The decrease in the level or function of estrogen in the body not only affects the health but also changes the psychophysiology with the beauty of women. Specifically:
Risk of cysts in the chest, uterus. Menstrual cycle disorder, amenorrhea, directly affects the ability to conceive, become pregnant and give birth. Lack of estrogen is one of the common causes of low sex drive in women, affecting the quality of married life. Weight gain, increased fat accumulation, especially in areas such as waist, thighs, buttocks. In addition, it also causes insomnia, difficulty falling asleep, poor sleep, fatigue, mood or anxiety. Affecting the skin causes the skin to change its beauty and age faster. Lack of estrogen affects other parts of the body: brain, bones, joints, liver, heart ...

2. What to eat to increase estrogen?

Not only men but also women are very concerned about physiological issues. The occurrence of estrogen deficiency or physiological weakness occurs more and more in women. It is really necessary to replenish the missing or lost estrogen. There are many lines of functional foods that help supplement estrogen with high levels but in return can suffer from many side effects. The question is, is it possible to supplement estrogen by eating? What to eat to increase female hormones? What to eat to enhance female physiology?
Answering the question of what to eat to increase estrogen , food experts mainly refer to phytoestrogens (active substances similar to estrogen). Supplementing with phytoestrogen-rich foods is the way to increase estrogen levels in the body.
Suggest some foods to help supplement natural estrogen for the body:
Soybeans and soy products: If it comes to estrogen supplements, then soy must be mentioned first. Soybean is a food that is used quite commonly among women as well as facilities that produce functional endocrine support products for women. Soybeans contain a large amount of phytoestrogens (active substances similar to estrogen) with many vitamins and minerals. Talking about the extent of soy's influence on estrogen levels in the body, there are still conflicting opinions and controversy. Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, also provide a phytoest amount. One of the delicious, nutritious, and nutrient-rich dishes made from green beans is bean sprouts. Black beans, a food widely used as a substitute for meat. Not only supplementing natural estrogen for the body, black beans also contain high fiber content, have a very good cholesterol-lowering effect, black bean juice is also cooling, used in tonics or weight loss exercises. Chickpeas contain phytonutrients, magnesium, vitamin C, fiber, iron and small amounts of potassium, both of which have the effect of enhancing female hormones, while stimulating the digestive system, good for the stomach. Sesame seeds: Some studies have shown that the lignans (a form of phytoestrogen) in sesame seeds and sesame oil help increase the synthesis of estrogen production. In an experimental study conducted on volunteers using sesame powder at a dose of 50g/day for 35 consecutive days, the results showed a marked increase in estrogenic activity. Along with that, the cholesterol index showed signs of reduction. Peach: In peaches there are abundant lignans. Eating peaches regularly reduces the risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women by 15%. Wheat bran or cereals also help increase female hormones. However, caution should be taken when using them because the fiber content in this food group can also affect estrogen levels. Garlic: Garlic is known as a familiar and indispensable spice in the daily meals of Vietnamese people. A small study on the effects of garlic on postmenopausal women found that garlic extract could prevent bone loss associated with estrogen deficiency. There are also many foods that help increase female hormones such as cruciferous vegetables, red beets, berries... Estrogen is an important hormone. The lack of estrogen will greatly affect the health and reproductive function in women, so estrogen supplementation is very necessary. Supplementing estrogen with food is a safe route. However, foods not only contain estrogen or phytoetrogen, but also many other nutrients. Therefore, it is necessary to supplement in a reasonable way, with a scientific diet so as not to cause adverse effects on health.

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