Happy April Fools’ Day! But here’s something that’s NOT a joke—alcohol could be hijacking your hormones and making your perimenopause symptoms worse. Let’s break it down... 🎭🍷
🚨 Alcohol & Your Hormones: The Connection You Can’t Ignore
1️⃣ Alcohol Increases Estrogen (And Not in a Good Way)
Ever wonder why that second glass of wine makes you feel bloated or why your PMS symptoms seem worse? Alcohol increases estrogen levels, which can throw off the delicate balance your body is already struggling to maintain.
More estrogen = more bloating, mood swings, and an increased risk for things like fibroids, painful periods, and even breast cancer.
2️⃣ It Wreaks Havoc on Your Progesterone Levels
Progesterone is your calm, cool, and collected hormone. It helps you sleep, keeps your anxiety in check, and balances out estrogen.
But guess what? Alcohol tanks progesterone levels. That means more irritability, disrupted sleep, and feeling emotionally off-center. If you’re waking up at 3 AM, staring at the ceiling, and wondering why you’re so wired, alcohol could be a big culprit.
3️⃣ The Liver Can’t Keep Up (And That Spells Trouble for Hormones)
Your liver is responsible for filtering out toxins and metabolizing hormones. When you drink, your liver focuses on processing the alcohol first, leaving excess estrogen and other hormones to circulate in your system longer than they should.
The result? Hormonal imbalances that can lead to weight gain (especially around the midsection), sluggish metabolism, and a cascade of other issues that make you feel “off.”
4️⃣ It’s Basically Liquid Sugar 🍬
If you’re struggling with insulin resistance, belly fat, or sugar cravings, alcohol is not your friend.
Most alcoholic drinks spike blood sugar and increase cortisol, the stress hormone that signals your body to store fat. This is why alcohol can lead to stubborn weight gain, especially around the midsection.
💡 So What Can You Do?
I’m not here to tell you never to drink again. But if you’re dealing with hormone struggles, perimenopause symptoms, or unexplained weight gain, cutting back—even a little—can make a huge difference.
✅ Swap alcohol for a fun mocktail (hello, kombucha spritzers 🍹)
✅ Try a 30-day break and see how you feel
✅ Support your liver with detoxifying foods like cruciferous veggies, lemon water, and herbal teas
✅ Prioritize sleep, hydration, and stress management (because your body needs all the support it can get!)
🚀 Ready to Get Your Hormones Back on Track?
If you’re tired of feeling tired, frustrated with stubborn weight gain, or just want to feel like yourself again, my Perimenopause Reset Program is here to help.
I work with women just like you—professional, high-achieving, and DONE with feeling out of balance—to create a plan that supports your body without extreme diets or gimmicks.
✨ Let’s reset your hormones and get your metabolism, energy, and confidence back on track.
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https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/news-events/announcement/april-alcohol-awareness-month
