Estrogen Dominance: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Fix It Naturally

Bloated, moody, and exhausted—but your labs say you’re “normal”? It might be estrogen dominance.

Estrogen gets a lot of attention in hormone health, but too much of it (or not enough of its calming counterpart, progesterone) can throw your whole system off. That’s what we call estrogen dominance—and it’s way more common than most women realize.

What Is Estrogen Dominance?

Estrogen dominance doesn’t always mean your estrogen is “high.” It can also mean estrogen is high relative to low progesterone. Either way, your body feels it.

Estrogen Dominance = Estrogen >> Progesterone

This imbalance disrupts mood, metabolism, skin, digestion, and your entire cycle. It's one of the biggest drivers of PMS, breast tenderness, hormonal acne, and weight changes.

Symptoms of Estrogen Dominance

Severe PMS (mood swings, anxiety, irritability)
Bloating and water retention
Tender, swollen breasts
Hormonal acne (chin, jawline, or chest)
Heavy or painful periods
Weight gain (especially hips, thighs, or midsection)
Fatigue, low libido, or brain fog

What Causes Estrogen Dominance?

This hormonal imbalance is usually triggered by a mix of:

Chronic stress: High cortisol lowers progesterone production
Poor estrogen detox: If your liver or gut can’t clear estrogen efficiently, it builds up
Environmental estrogens: Found in plastics, beauty products, and even tap water
Hormonal birth control: Can suppress natural hormone production and disrupt balance

How to Fix Estrogen Dominance Naturally

1. Support Estrogen Detox Pathways

Your liver and gut are your main detox channels for estrogen. Ingredients like DIM (from cruciferous veggies) and calcium-D-glucarate help your body break down and eliminate excess estrogen safely.

Not Today, Estrogen includes both—plus magnesium glycinate to calm the nervous system and ease PMS.

2. Balance Cortisol to Protect Progesterone

High stress = high cortisol = low progesterone. Adaptogens like Rhodiola and Shilajit help buffer the stress response and support hormone harmony.

They’re the stars of Cortisol, Who?—formulated to help you feel grounded, focused, and less emotionally reactive.

3. Reduce Estrogen Exposure

Switch to clean, fragrance-free personal care and cleaning products
Avoid heating food in plastic containers
Filter your drinking water

You’re Not “Hormonal”—You’re Out of Balance

Estrogen dominance can make you feel like a different person—tired, moody, bloated, and off. But with the right support, your body knows exactly how to rebalance.

Alori’s Natural Support Stack

Not Today, Estrogen: Supports estrogen metabolism, reduces PMS, and promotes hormonal calm
Cortisol, Who?: Helps lower cortisol and protect your progesterone
Balanced Baddie Bundle: Your go-to stack for full hormonal reset