Can Hormone Imbalance Affect Your Gut Health?

Jul 17

If you're experiencing bloating, constipation, or digestive discomfort, you might assume it's just something you ate. But what if the root cause goes deeper—like your hormones?

At Coastal Health & Vitality, we often see how hormone imbalances and gut health go hand in hand. Understanding this connection is key to healing the root—not just the symptom.

How Hormones Affect the Gut:

1. Cortisol and Stress

Chronic stress increases cortisol, which can slow digestion, reduce nutrient absorption, and damage the gut lining—leading to inflammation and discomfort.

2. Estrogen & Progesterone

Fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone can slow intestinal movement, making you feel constipated or bloated—especially before your period or during perimenopause.

3. Thyroid Hormones

Low thyroid function (hypothyroidism) can slow metabolism and digestion, often causing gas, bloating, and sluggish bowels.

4. Testosterone

Though lesser-known, low testosterone can also affect gut motility and is connected to increased inflammation in men.

Signs Your Gut Issues May Be Hormonal:

You notice symptoms change with your cycle
Digestive discomfort is worse under stress
You've had no luck with diet-only changes
You also feel fatigued, foggy, or anxious

How We Can Help

At Coastal Health & Vitality, we use a functional medicine approach to address the root causes of gut issues and hormone imbalance. This includes:

Comprehensive hormone and gut testing
BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy)
Targeted gut healing protocols
Dietary and lifestyle recommendations

Let’s Rebalance Your Gut & Hormones—Together

You don’t have to live with daily discomfort. We’ll help you find clarity and real relief.
📞 Schedule a consult today with our Richmond Hill team and start healing from the inside out.

Savannah Garth