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Gut Health, Microbiome, Autoimmunity, Weight, Mental Health + Hormones: The
Surprising Connection
Experiencing health issues can be incredibly distressing. The endless search for the fix,
the newest potion, supplement, or therapy to fix your woes with only the sheer
disappointment of you left wondering what the ‘F’ is going on...
In the world of science these days, incredible break throughs have now given us the
insight into the ‘gut’. And what it has shown us is that “the gut is connected to literally
everything in our body”, alongside our trusty hormones- who literally run the show
morning to night, and for us females an added ruling schedule of a monthly regime... er
yay.
So, what are some symptoms that might give you a little insight as to whether your gut
and hormones might be that naughty drunk friend dancing on the table, and throwing up
in the back round messing up your chi?
Let’s look...
• Hair loss/shedding
• Hair thinning
• Weight gain
• IBS (Irritable Bowel Disease)
• Loose/ Urgent Stools
• Stomach pain
• Constipation
• Brain fog
• Fatigue
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Lack of Vitality or Joy
• Mood Swings
• Insomnia
• Temperature sensitivity
• Night sweats
• Low sex drive
• Joint pain
• Back pain
• Headaches
• Migraines
• Excess facial hair
• Acne

• Low mood/depression
• Reduced sex drive
• Osteoporosis

Um yep, you got it, there they are. Do you feel seen? Have these guys been lingering
around for some time, and you have been side eyeing them pretending they aren’t there
(or an issue at least).
So, what are the factors that aYect our gut, hormones, and overall health?
Many factors contribute, not limited to the following: genes, microbiome, environmental
factors; pollutants, chemicals, herbicides, pesticides, food additives, plastics, stress,
food intake.
Let’s talk about the gut...
The gut, or gastrointestinal tract, is home to trillions of bacteria that play a vital role in
digestion, metabolism, immunity - whopping 80%, our mental health - 90% of our
serotonin is made in the gut then sent to brain. When the gut microbiome is
imbalanced, it can lead to a variety of health problems, mental health, autoimmune
disorders, and hormonal imbalances.
Things such s processed foods, external toxins, and pesticides/herbicides all impact
our delicate ecology of microbiome. Making it SO important to eat ORGANIC fresh
foods, and reduce your toxin load.
Hormones ahh hormones...
Hormones well they literally do run the show. From regulating our insulin aka blood
sugars, energy, mood, sleep, menstrual cycle, and they even play a critical role health

Stress, Cortisol hormones and health.
Stress is a common trigger for health imbalance. When we experience stress, our
bodies release the stress hormone cortisol. While cortisol is essential for our survival,
chronic stress and elevated cortisol levels can disrupt the delicate balance of
hormones in our bodies. Cortisol can interfere with the production of other hormones,
including those responsible for hair growth, such as testosterone and estrogen.

How Gut Health ADects Hormone Levels
The gut microbiome communicates with the brain through the gut-brain axis. This
complex network of signals can influence hormone production and regulation. Studies

have shown that gut dysbiosis, or an imbalance of gut bacteria, can lead to increased
levels of inflammatory cytokines, which can disrupt hormone balance.
How do nutrient deficiencies aDect hair loss?
A healthy gut microbiome along with gut functionally is essential for the absorption of
nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
Autoimmune Disorders.
80% of autoimmune suYers are women. These conditions occur when the immune
system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues. Gut dysbiosis and hormone
dysregulation are linked to the development of autoimmune disorders.
What are some hormone disorders?
Androgenetic alopecia: the most common type of hair loss, is often linked to hormonal
imbalances, particularly those involving androgens like dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Estrogen dominance/loss: Fluctuating estrogen levels, especially during menopause,
can many uncomfortable symptoms. Mood swings, weight gain, headaches, brain fog
just to name a few.
Thyroid hormones: Thyroid disorders can lead to hair thinning and loss. 1 in 8
women will suYer from thyroid dysfunction, taking up over 80% of thyroid disorders.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): This condition aYects women's hormone levels,
leading to irregular periods, excess hair growth, and acne.
So how do we find out if our gut or hormones are throwing out your Chi?
Unfortunately, basic pathology oYered through the GP is like looking at few plants vs a
whole rainforest of information.
BUT there is now incredible comprehensive advanced diagnostic testing available.
We can now look at over 30,000 species of our microbiome to determine IBS underlying
factors, inflammatory links, autoimmune links, allergy links and more, along with
important gastrointestinal markers.
And in the world of hormones, we can look at an extensive insight all in one advanced
urinary test called the advanced DUTCH urinary hormone analysis testing. Assessing
estrogen dominance, androgen issues, cortisol aYects, and even our sleep hormone
melatonin is vital to obtain a comprehensive insight. This advanced testing looks at.

Estrone
E3/(E1+E2)

2-OH Estrone
4-OH Estrone
2-OH (E1 + E2)
16-α- OH E1
2-MeO Estrone
4-MeO Estradiol
4-MeO E1
4-OH E1
Bisphenol A
Allopregnanolone
3α-Dihydroprogesterone
Deoxycorticosterone
Urinary Androgens
Androstenedione
Etiocholanolone
Epi-Testosterone
5α-DHT
Urinary Glucocorticoids
Total Cortisone
Tetra-hydrocortisol
Urinary Free Diurnal Cortisol
Free Cortisol
Free Cortisone
Urinary Diurnal Melatonin
Morning Melatonin
Evening Melatonin
Urinary Creatinine