Estrogen Dominance?

[Emily78]

Hi everyone,

I am new to this forum but am a regular member on Thyroid UK as I have an underactive thyroid.

I got some blood results today for Progesterone and Oestradiol both done mid-luteal phase.

Progesterone:- 82.5nmol/L (30.1 - 86.8)

Oestradiol:- 892 pmol/L (205-786)

I am 39 years old, so I suppose high estrogen might be expected... Am I right in thinking my progesterone is quite good? Not sure HOW bad this level of estrogen is?

I am wondering if the high estrogen may be contributing to my fertility problems... My husband and I have been trying for a baby for a couple of years and I've had 3 miscarriages (one where we saw an embryo with heartbeat at 8 weeks) and a number of chemical pregnancies.

I've been tweaking my thyroid medication to try to get that optimal and have also been put on low dose Metformin (500mg daily) as my endocrinologist believes I have insulin resistance. Not sure if I need a higher dose as my thyroid meds seem to make it less effective.

Anyway, does anyone have any advice on lowering estrogen and any success stories to go with it?! There's loads of information on the net about various herbs and avoiding plastics etc. I do follow a healthy diet (no junk food, low processed, lots of veggies etc.) but not sure if I really need to micromanage everything I do including avoiding ALL plastics and all food 100% organic?

Thank you :-).

[JustKnewIt]

Dear, I'm sorry for the mcs you suffered..Here are some things I got to know about from a friend of mine. Adding to your healthy diet try consuming red grapes. The skin of a red grape and the seeds contain chemicals called which have been known to help block the production of estrogen. Since both the seeds and skins have estrogen-blocking properties, you should eat red grapes that still have seeds rather than choosing seedless varieties. Also pomegranates. They contain phytochemicals as well which must be helpful in the case.

Certain vitamins and minerals can help the body dispose of estrogen. Dietary supplements should never be completely relied upon, but including them in your routine can still be a wise decision. For example, you may try taking a 1 mg folic acid supplement and a B-complex vitamin. Bacterial imbalance can interfere with the elimination of estrogen from the body, but probiotics help balance your digestive tract. Take a daily probiotic containing 15 billion units. Keep the capsules refrigerated and take one or two twice daily on an empty stomach.

Consider taking a fiber supplement to help boost your intake of dietary fiber.

Taking a standard multivitamin on a daily basis can be a good idea. These supplements contain zinc, magnesium, vitamin B6, and other nutrients, and these nutrients can help break down and eliminate estrogen in the body. I hope this helps. All the best, honey, tak care!!