PHYSICAL WELLNESS

your body’s chemical messengers

SEX HORMONES

Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone are key hormones that guide reproductive development, fertility, sexual function, and overall health. Think of them as the body’s “messenger system,” sending signals to organs, tissues, and cells to coordinate cycles, growth, and energy.

  • Estrogen → Supports development of female reproductive organs, regulates menstrual cycle, maintains bone density, and influences mood and skin health

  • Progesterone → Prepares the uterus for pregnancy, supports early pregnancy, regulates menstrual cycles, and balances other hormones

  • Testosterone → Drives male reproductive development, sperm production, muscle mass, bone density, and libido; also present in lower amounts in females for overall energy and mood

SEX HORMONE BASICS

Common Terms + Simple Definitions

Here’s a mini glossary for sex hormone-related words you’ll see throughout the site:

Estrogen - Hormone regulating female sexual development, menstrual cycles, bone health, and more

Progesterone - Hormone that prepares the uterus for pregnancy and balances menstrual cycles

Testosterone - Hormone responsible for male sexual development, muscle mass, and sperm production

Menstrual Cycle - Monthly hormonal cycle controlling ovulation and uterine lining changes

Gametes - Reproductive cells: eggs in females, sperm in males

Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) Axis - The brain-body communication system controlling sex hormone production

WHAT THE SEX HORMONES WORK WITH

SEX HORMONES + OTHER SYSTEMS

  • Ovaries → Produce estrogen and progesterone in cycles

  • Testes → Produce testosterone

  • Hypothalamus & Pituitary → Signal hormone production via the brain’s feedback loops

  • Uterus → Responds to estrogen and progesterone to regulate menstrual cycles and support implantation

  • Brain → Hormones influence mood, libido, and energy

  • Bones & Muscles → Testosterone and estrogen help maintain strength, density, and growth

  • Sexual Organs → Hormones regulate fertility, gamete production, and sexual function

HealthY SEX HORMONES…

Balanced sex hormones are essential for fertility, energy, mood, bone health, and overall well-being. Tips to support hormonal health:

  • Nutrition → Eat nutrient-rich foods that support endocrine function (healthy fats, proteins, micronutrients)

  • Stress management → Chronic stress can disrupt hormone balance

  • Regular exercise → Supports testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone levels

  • Sleep → Proper rest helps hormone production and regulation

  • Medical monitoring → Blood tests or consultations can identify imbalances early