Exhausted, Moody, and Bloated? It Might Be Your Hormones Talking

college hormone imbalance symptoms Jun 02, 2025

You’ve been eating clean, getting more sleep, maybe even adding supplements—but something still feels off. You’re tired, moody, bloated, or gaining weight for no clear reason. It’s not all in your head—and you’re definitely not alone.

These are classic signs of hormonal imbalance, especially for women juggling work, family, and the constant demands of everyday life. When key hormones like cortisol, estrogen, and progesterone get out of sync, your entire system feels it.

Common Culprits Include:

High cortisol – triggered by chronic stress and linked to anxiety, belly fat, and burnout
Estrogen imbalance – whether dominant or deficient, it can impact mood, metabolism, and periods
Low progesterone – often responsible for poor sleep, PMS, and feeling "wired but tired"
Blood sugar instability – causes energy crashes, irritability, and increased cravings

Symptoms Might Look Like:

Unpredictable moods or irritability
Poor-quality sleep
Bloating or sluggish digestion
Irregular or heavy periods
Low energy—even after rest

Start Supporting Your Hormones Today:

Eat regularly to keep blood sugar steady
Cut back on caffeine and alcohol to ease liver and adrenal load
Add leafy greens and healthy fats to support detox pathways and hormone production
Prioritize stress relief—your nervous system needs time to breathe

You’re not crazy, and your symptoms aren’t random. They’re your body’s way of waving a flag and asking for a reset. With the right support, you can feel like yourself again.

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