Your Hormone Health And Endocrine Disruptors
You’ve probably heard about endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs)—and for good reason. These invisible chemicals are in everything from your shampoo to your food packaging, and they can seriously mess with your hormones.
They’re linked to things like:
Hormone imbalances
Fertility struggles
Worsening PCOS symptoms
Early or delayed puberty
And while the internet is full of “detox your home” lists (some helpful, some fear-based), the truth is: avoiding EDCs is only one piece of the puzzle.
What EDCs Actually Do to Your Body
These chemicals can mimic or block hormones like estrogen and testosterone—throwing off the delicate balance your body works hard to maintain.
This disruption can lead to:
Hormone Imbalances — mood swings, fatigue, bloating, irregular cycles
PCOS Symptom Flare-Ups — EDCs worsen insulin resistance and androgen dominance
Fertility Struggles — they interfere with ovulation, implantation, and sperm quality
Worse Perimenopause Experience — The hormone effect can make perimenopause symptoms feel a lot more intense
Puberty Disruptions — too early, too late, and everything in between
Comprehensive Hormone Testing = Real Answers
Instead of guessing or masking symptoms, we run functional lab testing to assess how your endocrine system is actually functioning. That includes:
Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone
Cortisol and adrenal health (aka your stress system)
Thyroid function (EDCs like BPA can disrupt it big time)
Insulin, glucose, and blood sugar markers
Inflammation and detox pathways
If you’re curious about your toxic load, functional urine testing can tell us more about your individual toxic burden so we can create a plan specific for you.
Personalized Hormone Support That Makes a Difference
Once we understand your hormone blueprint, we create a personalized plan that may include:
Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHRT) — to gently bring your hormones back into alignment and relieve symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, or irregular cycles
Nutrition & Lifestyle Coaching — to support your liver, gut, and detox pathways so your body can clear out the junk
Targeted Supplements — to protect against future damage and rebuild your hormonal resilience
This isn’t guesswork. It’s root-cause medicine, and your body will thank you for it.
Small Swaps, Big Impact
You can start protecting your hormones today with a few realistic changes:
Go fragrance-free when it comes to skincare, home, and body products
Switch to organic tampons/pads (your vaginal tissue absorbs more than you think)
Use glass or stainless steel food storage instead of plastic and bring your own to-go containers for leftovers
Opt for clean, aluminum-free deodorants and BPA-free grooming tools
But remember—it’s not just about what you cut out.
It’s about what you add back in to help your body heal, detox, and thrive.
Whether you’re trying to conceive, managing PCOS, hitting perimenopause hormone chaos, or just trying to feel more like yourself again, we’re here for you.
Book an alignment call to learn more about working together on fixing your hormones and take the first step toward balanced hormones and a healthier you.
Meet Your Doctor
Hi, I’m Dr. Caitlin Fanning, ND (Naturopathic Doctor),
I help women who are struggling with hormone imbalances, fatigue, and infertility optimize their hormones and get their life back so they can feel like their best self.
If you're ready to take charge of your health and make real, lasting changes to your energy, your hormones, or your overall well-being, I would love to talk more!