Causing trouble Quote by Daniel G. Amen
““The main areas for estrogen breakdown are the liver and gastrointestinal tract. Diets high in refined sugar and low in fiber feed the unfriendly bacteria in the intestines, causing them to disrupt estrogen metabolism. One of the by-products of the unfriendly “bugs” in the intestines is that the estrogen metabolites can’t be excreted and they build up in your tissues over time, causing trouble.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Healing the Hormone Imbalance, 2015, null
Estrogen breakdown occurs in liver and gut; high sugar, low fiber diets feed harmful gut bacteria, disrupting metabolism and causing estrogen buildup in tissues.
In simple terms: Diet affects estrogen processing via gut health.
Adopt a high‑fiber, low‑sugar diet to support hormone balance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diet planning
- medical consultations
- wellness programs
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your diet affect your hormone health?
- What steps can you take to improve gut flora?
Individual responses vary; other factors also influence hormone levels.