{"id":28362,"date":"2021-10-19T16:37:47","date_gmt":"2021-10-19T16:37:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=28362"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"low-estrogen-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Low Estrogen Diet: Balance Your Hormones Through Your Meal Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#What_Is_Estrogen\" >What Is Estrogen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#How_To_Lower_Estrogen_Levels\" >How To Lower Estrogen Levels?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#A_Gluten-Free_Diet_For_Lowering_Estrogen_Can_It_Help\" >A Gluten-Free Diet For Lowering Estrogen: Can It Help?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#Meal_1_%E2%80%93_Coconut_Flour_Pancakes\" >Meal 1 &#8211; Coconut Flour Pancakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#Meal_2_%E2%80%93_Baked_Chicken_And_Chickpea\" >Meal 2 &#8211; Baked Chicken And Chickpea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#Meal_3_%E2%80%93_Baked_Salmon\" >Meal 3 &#8211; Baked Salmon<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#How_Do_Low_Estrogen_Levels_And_Diet_Affect_Each_Other\" >How Do Low Estrogen Levels And Diet Affect Each Other?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#What_Causes_High_Estrogen_Levels_In_The_Body\" >What Causes High Estrogen Levels In The Body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#How_To_Increase_Estrogen_Levels_In_The_Body\" >How To Increase Estrogen Levels In The Body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#Is_An_Estrogen_Dominance_Low_Carb_Diet_The_Best_For_High_Estrogen_Levels\" >Is An Estrogen Dominance Low Carb Diet The Best For High Estrogen Levels?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estrogen dominance is a hormonal condition that sometimes affects women and some men. To combat this condition, some dietary and lifestyle changes are thought to be helpful. If you are wondering what a low estrogen diet is and how it could help if you have this condition, read on to find out more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Estrogen\"><\/span><b>What Is Estrogen?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as oestrogen, it is one of the main sex hormones found in biological females. While this hormone is often noted as a &#8216;female hormone&#8217;, it is also found in biological males, albeit in smaller amounts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hormone.org\/your-health-and-hormones\/glands-and-hormones-a-to-z\/hormones\/estrogen\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The hormone is also classified into 3 categories which are namely:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Estrone (E1) <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; found in postmenopausal women and is produced in the ovaries, the adipose tissue, and adrenal glands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Estradiol (E2) <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; this variation is the primary sex hormone in women and is found in both men and women.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Estriol (E3) <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Produced in the placenta and is found in higher amounts during pregnancy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does estrogen do in the body? This hormone is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/estrogen-foods-to-avoid\/\">responsible for changes<\/a> such as the growth of the breasts, pubic and underarm hair, and the start of menstrual cycles as well as keeping cholesterol in control, protecting bone health in both women and men, and affecting your brain, moods, heart, skin, and other tissues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> Estrogen Weight Gain: Causes And Possible Remedies For Both Men And Women<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32216 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4398-1024x576.png\" alt=\"low estrogen diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4398.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4398-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4398.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4398.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Lower_Estrogen_Levels\"><\/span><b>How To Lower Estrogen Levels?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As stated above, estrogen is just one of the hormones found in both men and women. When we are in perfect health, all our hormones are all in balance with none being outside their normal range. That said, in some cases factors such as medication, weight gain and more cause estrogen to go above its normal levels and become out of balance with progesterone in women or above its optimal levels in men.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms of estrogen dominance in women include but are not limited to bloating, swollen and tender breasts, decreased sex drive, irregular menstrual periods, increased fatigue and sleep problems, mood swings, headaches, anxiety and panic attacks, weight gain, hair loss and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In men, estrogen dominance is characterized by erectile dysfunction, migraines, weight gain, depression, pulmonary hypertension, and enlarged breast tissue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for ways to lower your estrogen levels, then a low estrogen diet may be helpful. A diet to lower estrogen levels is one that.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is high in fiber as it might help by increasing fecal excretion of estrogen making sure that the hormone isn&#8217;t trapped at high levels in the body<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limits red and processed meats as these may be associated with higher estrogen levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27440539\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17455249\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limits refined carbs and processed foods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17455249\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does not include alcohol &#8211; research has shown that in some people, alcoholic drinks can affect your hormone levels and possibly increase estrogen levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3767933\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32276 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4603-1024x576.png\" alt=\"low estrogen diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4603.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4603-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4603.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4603-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4603.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Gluten-Free_Diet_For_Lowering_Estrogen_Can_It_Help\"><\/span><b>A Gluten-Free Diet For Lowering Estrogen: Can It Help?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recent years, with the rise in cases of gluten sensitivity, gluten has come under scrutiny with many people trying to understand what it is and how it can affect your body in both positive and negative ways. While we may not be dealing with the case of gluten sensitivity, many still do not understand what gluten actually is.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to an article by the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard School of Public Health, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gluten is a protein naturally found in some grains including wheat, barley, and rye. A review in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food microbiology<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> journal further states that these proteins &#8211; formally known as prolamins &#8211; are further classified depending on which type of grain they come from. However, the main thing to understand is that gluten plays a key role in determining how wheat absorbs <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-water-retention-overnight\/\">water<\/a>, its cohesivity, viscosity and the elasticity of dough (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17008153\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32591 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"low estrogen diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-7-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to gluten specifically, when people who are intolerant to it consume these proteins, the body produces antibodies to attack and destroy them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time and as you continue to consume <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lower-estrogen-in-men\/\">gluten<\/a>, the antibodies end up damaging and destroying the microvilli in your digestive tract leading to the leakage of food particles into the bloodstream and will make it that much harder for food to move through the small intestines and for the body to absorb <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-protein-shake-diet\/\">nutrients<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celiac disease, also known as gluten-sensitive enteropathy is an autoimmune disorder that&#8217;s triggered by gluten. According to two studies &#8211; published in 2010 by the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Journal of Gastroenterology <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and another in 2015 by the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastroenterology and Hepatology from Bed to Bench, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">women suffering from this disease may have a greater risk of impaired fertility and adverse pregnancy outcomes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3001971\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4600520\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a simple gluten free low estrogen diet plan to help you not only combat gluten sensitivity &#8211; if you have it &#8211; but to also help you fight against estrogen dominance, here is an easy 1-day menu to show you what you can eat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-lower-estrogen\/\">Foods To Lower Estrogen Levels Naturally<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39903 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/9-4.jpg\" alt=\"low estrogen diet\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/9-4.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/9-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/9-4.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meal_1_%E2%80%93_Coconut_Flour_Pancakes\"><\/span><strong>Meal 1 &#8211; Coconut Flour Pancakes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut flour is a good flour option that doesn&#8217;t have any gluten.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; 1\/3 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 3 large eggs, 2 tbsp melted butter, 1\/3 cup coconut flour, 1\/2 tsp baking soda, kosher salt, cooking spray<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 698. Fats: 44 g. Proteins: 26 g. Carbs: 51 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delish <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.delish.com\/cooking\/recipe-ideas\/a25350343\/coconut-flour-pancakes-recipe\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meal_2_%E2%80%93_Baked_Chicken_And_Chickpea\"><\/span><strong>Meal 2 &#8211; Baked Chicken And Chickpea<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">439 g chickpeas, 453 g mini sweet peppers, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, 2 tbsp harissa sauce, 4 small skin-on chicken legs, chopped cilantro, for serving<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 630. Fats: 42 g. Proteins: 30 g. Carbs: 22 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Womans Day <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womansday.com\/food-recipes\/a33576552\/sheet-pan-chickpea-chicken-recipe\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meal_3_%E2%80%93_Baked_Salmon\"><\/span><strong>Meal 3 &#8211; Baked Salmon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; 4 salmon fillets, 2 tbsp melted butter, 1\/2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, salt and pepper to taste, 1 tsp finely chopped parsley, 1 tsp finely chopped dill<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 4 servings. You can have the salmon alone or with some cauliflower rice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 296. Fats: 34 g. Proteins: 16 g. Carbs: 1 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Down Shifology <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/downshiftology.com\/recipes\/best-baked-salmon\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day:<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Calories: 1624. Fats: 120 g. Proteins: 72 g. Carbs: 74 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\">Start using our app<\/a> and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33335 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4752-1024x576.png\" alt=\"low estrogen diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4752.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4752-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4752.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4752.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Low_Estrogen_Levels_And_Diet_Affect_Each_Other\"><\/span><b>How Do Low Estrogen Levels And Diet Affect Each Other?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a review published by the journal of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clinical Biochemistry, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">researchers stated that the foods you eat can affect the production and secretion of hormones by direct actions on the gut, by nervous reflexes, through changes in the concentration of various metabolites in the blood, or secondary to changes in circulating <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-day-egg-diet\/\">gut hormone<\/a> levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/3888442\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In short, your diet may influence your estrogen levels in either direction by influencing estrogen metabolism and excretion in the body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7468963\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6019153\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). For example a Western dietary pattern may be associated with increased free estradiol in postmenopausal women (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27440539\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_High_Estrogen_Levels_In_The_Body\"><\/span><b>What Causes High Estrogen Levels In The Body?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because this hormone is found in both men and women, estrogen can be out of balance in both men and women. Factors that can trigger high estrogen levels include hormonal contraceptives, medications like estrogen replacement therapy or phenothiazines including certain antibiotics, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/the-protein-shake-diet\/\">weight gain<\/a> and obesity, age, increased stress levels, tumors and other hormonal conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33157 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4879-1024x576.png\" alt=\"low estrogen diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4879.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4879-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4879.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4879.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Increase_Estrogen_Levels_In_The_Body\"><\/span><b>How To Increase Estrogen Levels In The Body?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medicalnewstoday.com<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, low estrogen levels in the body are often the result of menopause. However, in some cases, this condition can be caused by factors such as premature ovarian failure, congenital conditions, thyroid disorders, too much exercise, being underweight, medical procedures such as chemotherapy and a low-functioning pituitary gland.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like with<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/estrogen-dominance-foods-to-avoid\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">estrogen dominance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, changing your diet might help you deal with this issue and even help increase this hormones\u2019 levels. A diet for low estrogen levels is one that is full of estrogen building plant foods such as tofu, sesame and flax seeds, soybeans, hummus, and garlic. You should also make sure to have more B vitamins and Vitamin D in your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_An_Estrogen_Dominance_Low_Carb_Diet_The_Best_For_High_Estrogen_Levels\"><\/span><b>Is An Estrogen Dominance Low Carb Diet The Best For High Estrogen Levels?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to the best low estrogen <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/protein-sparing-modified-fast\/\">diet<\/a>, studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet may lower estrogen levels and help prevent estrogen-receptor breast cancer tumors after menopause (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6474371\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17474873\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen above, dietary changes may help get your hormones back down to normal levels. If you suspect that you have high estrogen levels, please first speak to your doctor to determine if your symptoms are as you suspect them to be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Low_Estrogen_Diet\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any medical conditions. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6019153\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dietary pattern based on estrogen metabolism is associated with breast cancer risk in a prospective cohort of postmenopausal women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6474371\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A review of adherence to the Mediterranean diet and breast cancer risk according to estrogen- and progesterone-receptor status and HER2 oncogene expression<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17474873\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A traditional Mediterranean diet decreases endogenous estrogens in healthy postmenopausal women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2006, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/downshiftology.com\/recipes\/best-baked-salmon\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Baked Salmon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, downshiftology.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17008153\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemistry of gluten proteins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2007, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.delish.com\/cooking\/recipe-ideas\/a25350343\/coconut-flour-pancakes-recipe\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut Flour Pancakes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, delish.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17455249\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dietary patterns, the Alternate Healthy Eating Index and plasma sex hormone concentrations in postmenopausal women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2007, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3767933\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of Alcohol on the Endocrine System<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7468963\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of Dietary Phytoestrogens on Hormones throughout a Human Lifespan: A Review<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/thrive-global\/how-gluten-affects-digestion-and-hormone-balance-for-women-over-40-5a4cecc3ac61\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HOW GLUTEN AFFECTS DIGESTION AND HORMONE BALANCE FOR WOMEN OVER 40?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, medium.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/3888442\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How our food affects our hormones<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (1985, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4600520\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-coeliac gluten sensitivity and reproductive disorders<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2015, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3001971\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reproductive changes associated with celiac disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womansday.com\/food-recipes\/a33576552\/sheet-pan-chickpea-chicken-recipe\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sheet Pan Chickpea Chicken<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, womansday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3705319\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dietary Intake of Wheat and other Cereal Grains and Their Role in Inflammation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2013, .ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27440539\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Western dietary pattern is associated with increased serum concentrations of free estradiol in postmenopausal women: implications for breast cancer prevention<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hormone.org\/your-health-and-hormones\/glands-and-hormones-a-to-z\/hormones\/estrogen\">What is Estrogen?<\/a> (2018, hormone.org)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Estrogen dominance is a hormonal condition that sometimes affects women and some men. To combat this condition, some dietary and lifestyle changes are thought to be helpful. If you are wondering what a low estrogen diet is and how it could help if you have this condition, read on to find out more. 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Kamau, Kristen Fleming, RD\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"10 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"BetterMe\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/58ffa041e840240fb24019691a681c53\"},\"headline\":\"Low Estrogen Diet: Balance Your Hormones Through Your Meal Plan\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/\"},\"wordCount\":1796,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-estrogen-diet\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1501532576.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Diets\",\"Meal Plans\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Estrogen dominance is a hormonal condition that sometimes affects women and some men. To combat this condition, some dietary and lifestyle changes are thought to be helpful. If you are wondering what a low estrogen diet is and how it could help if you have this condition, read on to find out more.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Is Estrogen?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Also known as oestrogen, it is one of the main sex hormones found in biological females. While this hormone is often noted as a 'female hormone', it is also found in biological males, albeit in smaller amounts (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.hormone.org\/your-health-and-hormones\/glands-and-hormones-a-to-z\/hormones\/estrogen\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). 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