To balance hormones naturally, several lifestyle practices are key:

• Eat enough protein at every meal to support peptide hormone production that regulates appetite, metabolism, and stress.
• Exercise regularly to help regulate insulin, reduce cortisol (stress hormone), and boost mood-enhancing endorphins.
• Manage stress through relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga, or mindfulness to lower cortisol and support healthy reproductive and thyroid hormones.
• Get sufficient, quality sleep (7-9 hours) to maintain hormone production and lower stress hormones.
• Include healthy fats (avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, nuts) essential for hormone creation, especially sex hormones.
• Consume high-fiber foods, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables to improve gut health, insulin sensitivity, and hormone regulation.
• Avoid excess sugar and processed foods that can disrupt hormone balance.

These combined habits help maintain hormonal balance and optimal physical and mental health.