Health Conditions

Health Conditions

Health Conditions

Endocrine and Metabolic Health

Endocrine and Metabolic Health

Restore hormonal balanse through nutritional therapy that addresses thyroid, adrenal, and reproductive function at their root cause. Condiitons: Hypo- and Hyperthyroidism, PCOS, PMS, Heavy periods, Weight loss/gain, Blood glucose imbalances.

Restore hormonal balanse through nutritional therapy that addresses thyroid, adrenal, and reproductive function at their root cause. Condiitons: Hypo- and Hyperthyroidism, PCOS, PMS, Heavy periods, Weight loss/gain, Blood glucose imbalances.

Body Parts and Organs Involved


Primary Endocrine Glands


  • Hypothalamus – Master control centre linking the nervous and endocrine systems.

  • Pituitary Gland – “Master gland” controlling other endocrine organs.

  • Thyroid Gland – Regulates metabolism, energy, and growth.

  • Parathyroid Glands – Control calcium and phosphorus balance.

  • Adrenal Glands – Manage stress response and electrolyte balance.

  • Pancreas – Controls blood sugar through insulin and glucagon.

  • Reproductive Organs – Ovaries (oestrogen, progesterone) and testes (testosterone).

  • Pineal Gland – Regulates sleep–wake cycles through melatonin.


Secondary Endocrine Tissues


  • Fat tissue (leptin production);

  • Kidneys (renin, erythropoietin);

  • Heart (atrial natriuretic peptide);

  • Digestive tract (various gut hormones).


Key Hormones and Their Functions


Metabolic Hormones


  • Insulin – Promotes glucose uptake and storage, reduces blood sugar.

  • Glucagon – Stimulates glucose release from glycogen stores.

  • Thyroid Releasing Hormone (TRH) – Stimulates pituitary release of TSH.

  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) – Stimulates thyroid to produce T3 and T4.

  • Thyroid Hormones (T3, T4) – Increase metabolic rate, protein synthesis, growth, and development.


Eating Behaviour Hormones

  • Ghrelin – Increases appetite, stimulates hunger before meals.

  • Leptin – Suppresses appetite, signals satiety from fat stores.

  • Peptide YY (PYY) – Reduces appetite after eating.

  • Cholecystokinin (CCK) – Promotes satiety, slows gastric emptying.

  • Neuropeptide Y (NPY) – Increases appetite, especially for carbohydrates.

  • Orexin (Hypocretin) – Stimulates wakefulness and food-seeking behaviour.


Reproductive Hormones


  • Oestrogen – Regulates female reproductive cycle, supports bone and cardiovascular health.

  • Progesterone – Prepares the uterus for pregnancy, influences mood.

  • Testosterone – Promotes male secondary sexual characteristics, muscle mass, libido.

  • Luteinising Hormone (LH) – Triggers ovulation and testosterone production.

  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) – Stimulates ovarian follicle development and sperm production.

  • Prolactin – Stimulates milk production after childbirth.

  • Oxytocin – Stimulates uterine contractions, milk ejection, bonding behaviours.


Stress and Sleep Hormones


  • Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone (CRH) – Master stress regulator, triggers ACTH release from the pituitary.

  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) – Stimulates adrenal glands to release cortisol.

  • Cortisol – Regulates stress response, blood sugar, metabolism, and inflammation.

  • Adrenaline (Epinephrine) – Increases heart rate and energy availability.

  • Noradrenaline (Norepinephrine) – Maintains alertness, regulates blood pressure in stress.

  • Melatonin – Regulates circadian rhythm and sleep–wake cycle.


Interconnections with Other Systems


  • Nervous System – Linked via the hypothalamic–pituitary axis.

  • Digestive System – Gut hormones influence appetite, blood sugar, and mood.

  • Immune System – Cortisol modulates inflammation and immune response.

  • Cardiovascular System – Hormones regulate heart rate and blood pressure.

  • Reproductive System – Complex hormonal feedback loops between multiple glands.



Common Symptoms of Imbalance


  • Fatigue and energy fluctuations;

  • Weight changes;

  • Mood swings and anxiety;

  • Sleep disturbances;

  • Temperature sensitivity;

  • Hair, skin, and nail changes;

  • Digestive issues;

  • Irregular menstrual cycles.


Investigation Methods

See what Testing can be performed


  • Comprehensive hormone panels (saliva, urine, blood).

  • Thyroid function tests (TSH, T3, T4, reverse T3);

  • Adrenal stress profiles (cortisol rhythm);

  • DUTCH test (dried urine comprehensive hormones);

  • Glucose tolerance tests;

  • Nutrient status assessments.


Conditions That Can Be Supported with Nutrition


  • Hypothyroidism (including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis);

  • Hyperthyroidism (nutritional support alongside medical care);

  • Adrenal fatigue and HPA axis dysregulation;

  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS);

  • PMS and menstrual irregularities;

  • Menopause and perimenopause symptoms;

  • Low testosterone or oestrogen imbalance;

  • Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes;

  • Insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome;

  • Unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight;

  • Cravings.


Related Systemic Concerns


  • Chronic fatigue syndrome;

  • Stress-related burnout;

  • Sleep disturbances (linked to hormonal imbalance);

  • Cardiovascular risk factors linked to metabolic dysfunction.


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