Estrogen Dominance: Signs and How to Support Balance

Short answer: 'Estrogen dominance' describes oestrogen being high relative to progesterone. Common signs are heavy or painful periods, PMS, bloating, breast tenderness and mood swings. Natural support focuses on healthy oestrogen clearance (fibre, gut and liver support), stress management, and supporting progesterone with magnesium, B6 and zinc.

What is estrogen dominance?

It is less about a single high number and more about the balance between oestrogen and progesterone. When progesterone is low (common with stress or anovulatory cycles), oestrogen's effects feel amplified.

Common signs

• Heavy, clotty or painful periods
• Strong PMS and breast tenderness
• Bloating and water retention
• Mood swings and irritability

How to support balance naturally

• Fibre and gut health help your body clear excess oestrogen.
• Support the liver (where oestrogen is metabolised), cruciferous veg, less alcohol.
• Support progesterone with magnesium, B6 and zinc, and by protecting ovulation through stress and sleep.

Femme Flourish brings magnesium, B6, zinc and inositol together to support that balance.

Frequently asked questions

What are the symptoms of estrogen dominance?

Heavy or painful periods, PMS, bloating, breast tenderness and mood swings are the classic signs.

Can stress cause estrogen dominance?

Indirectly, yes, stress lowers progesterone, tipping the ratio toward oestrogen.

How do you lower estrogen naturally?

Support clearance (fibre, gut, liver) and progesterone; reduce alcohol and manage stress.

Education only, not medical advice. Not evaluated by the Medicines Control Council; not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.