PMS and Candida Overgrowth: The Dangers of Estrogen Dominance

Each year, millions of women seek out help for hormonal issues that are commonly identified as PMS (premenstrual syndrome).

PMS can present itself in variety of ways, ranging from emotional symptoms like depression to physical symptoms like fatigue and bloating.

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 85% of women have a minimum of one PMS symptom each month. Targeting Candida overgrowth will deal with the root cause of chronic PMS to provide long-term relief and balance hormone levels.

Once PMS or another hormonal imbalance is diagnosed, most physicians will prescribe some kind of hormone replacement therapy or an oral contraceptive, also known as birth control or “the pill.” This is done in order to regulate hormonal rhythms. Typically, birth control only alleviates the physical symptoms of PMS.

Much of conventional therapy focuses on treating the symptoms of PMS. This is only partially effective - if effective at all.

NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like aspirin or ibuprofen are widely available, and they are a frequent go-to for pain relief.

If the emotional symptoms related to PMS are severe enough, a woman may be placed on an anti-depressant.

Candida and Your Hormones

For those who suffer from PMS, it is important to understand that research shows estrogen supports the growth of Candida. (1)(2)

Research also shows that a common cause of Candida overgrowth is the use of oral contraceptives. (3)(4)(5)

Once Candida becomes a full-blown fungal infection, things have a tendency to spiral out of control.

The nature of candidiasis is a vicious cycle. For example, Candida can overwhelm the tissue in the digestive tract and generate inflammation, which will further the growth and spread of yeast.

Candida also produces a waste product that, in the human body, mimics estrogen. (6)

This means that a Candida infection will send out a chemical message that your body is producing more estrogen than it really is. 

The affect of Candida overgrowth on a woman’s hormonal system is rarely acknowledged.

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