What No One Tells You About Low Estrogen

Most women only hear about low estrogen when menopause hits. But here’s the truth: estrogen deficiency can affect women of all ages—even those in their 20s and 30s.

And the symptoms? They don’t always show up the way you’d expect.

What Is Low Estrogen?

Estrogen is one of the primary female sex hormones, responsible for regulating your menstrual cycle, supporting mood, keeping your bones strong, and even helping you sleep.

When estrogen levels drop below optimal ranges—whether due to stress, under-eating, over-exercising, perimenopause, or hormonal birth control—you can begin to feel off in ways that conventional doctors often overlook.

Hidden Symptoms of Low Estrogen

You might be experiencing low estrogen if you’re noticing:

• Vaginal dryness or pain during intimacy
• Frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Anxiety, depression, or brain fog
• Hot flashes—even if you’re not menopausal
• Poor sleep and waking up tired
• Joint pain or unexplained stiffness
• Irregular or disappearing periods
• Dry skin, brittle nails, or hair loss
• Low libido

These symptoms are often brushed off as “normal” or “just aging,” but they are strong indicators that your hormone health needs support.

What Causes Low Estrogen?

There are several root causes that could be triggering your estrogen decline:

• Chronic stress and high cortisol (cortisol steals from estrogen production)
• Excessive dieting or low body fat
• Postpartum hormonal shifts
• Perimenopause or menopause
• Overexercising (especially endurance or HIIT)
• Past or current use of hormonal birth control
• Autoimmune conditions or thyroid dysfunction

At Ask Dr Olz, we take a functional medicine approach to identify and treat these root causes rather than masking the symptoms.

How to Naturally Support Estrogen Levels

Instead of synthetic hormone replacement, you can begin supporting your body’s estrogen production with these functional strategies:

1. Eat Enough Healthy Fats
   Avocados, seeds, olive oil, and omega-3s fuel hormone production.
2. Focus on Liver Support
   Your liver metabolizes estrogen. Use cruciferous vegetables, B vitamins, and herbal support (like milk thistle).
3. Ditch Endocrine Disruptors
   Swap plastics, conventional skincare, and fragranced products for natural alternatives.
4. Regulate Stress
   Cortisol competes with estrogen. Try breathwork, adaptogens, and prioritizing rest.
5. Consider Key Supplements
   Nutrients like B6, magnesium, DIM, and phytoestrogens (like those in flaxseed) may be part of a personalized plan.

Why Conventional Tests Often Miss It

Standard blood tests often show estrogen levels within “normal” ranges—even when your symptoms say otherwise. That’s because conventional reference ranges are broad and don’t reflect what’s truly optimal for your body.

At Ask Dr Olz, we look beyond the numbers. We assess your complete symptom picture, health history, and lifestyle patterns to identify the root causes of hormonal imbalances.

We don’t just diagnose—we decode your body’s signals to guide you toward lasting hormone harmony.

The Ask Dr Olz Difference

With our telehealth consults, you’ll receive a personalised hormone protocol grounded in functional medicine. Whether you’re navigating early menopause, postpartum, or just feeling off, we get to the root.

Ready to Reclaim Balance?

If you’re tired of being told your labs are “fine” but you know something’s wrong, you’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. You just need a care plan built around your hormones, not against them.

Book your first hormone consult with Dr Olz today.