5 Signs You have a Hormonal Imbalance
4. Alternate hot flashes and chills
This is one common symptom among middle-aged women nearing menopause and after menopause. They suffer from severe chills and hot flashes alternately any time during the day and especially during night. During menopause, the slowdown of estrogen levels results in chemical discharge by the hypothalamus. This process leads the blood vessels to expand, releasing heat and causing hot flashes, sweats and chills.
5. Weight gain
An imbalance in your hormone level can lead to weight gain. If your body has high levels of hormones cortisol and insulin, you eat more and gain more weight. Remember, weight gain can lead to the production of high levels of sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone. And this imbalance in the hormones can lead to overweight, especially after menopause.
Apart from the five signs discussed above, other symptoms of hormone imbalance are changes in the menstrual cycle, acne, headaches, excessive hair growth and thinning hair. Consult a doctor if any of these symptoms cause discomfort in your daily life.
