Can Dairy Affect Your Hormones? Dairy Products & Hormonal Imbalance – Dr.Berg

I answer the question, can dairy affect hormones?

Timestamps:
0:00 Can dairy affect hormones? I explain
0:28 The hormones in milk can target various organs in your body
0:58 I’m not against dairy, but some people are already estrogen dominant

In this video, I answer the question: can dairy affect hormones? Or not?

Let’s take a look at what milk is. It’s designed to feed a growing calf, and it’s loaded with different hormones, primarily estrogen. The types of estrogen are estradiol and estrone. Milk also contains IGF which, along with estrogen, is a growth hormone.

The hormones in milk can target the prostate, breast, uterus, and ovary. When I was in practice, I found a high correlation of women who came in with fibroids and them consuming a lot of dairy: milk, cream, sour cream, half and half, cream cheese, cheese, yogurt, and butter. The fattier the dairy, the more hormones.

I’m not against dairy, but some people are already estrogen dominant. They have hormonal imbalances and may have prostate enlargement. They have cysts in their breasts, presenting as fibrocystic breasts. They may have a problem with their uterus, such as endometriosis, which is when there is extra tissue growth around the uterus. Or they may even have cysts on their ovaries, or else polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a condition in which your androgens are too high, caused by cysts triggering the androgen hormone.

If you have any of these conditions, you definitely need to put dairy to the side for a while.

Everyone needs to realize that these hormones in dairy can create an effect on the body. To minimize the damage, definitely go for organic, grass-fed products. At least with organic, you know the animals haven’t been fed GMO-type feed. But if you’re consuming commercial milk, you’re definitely getting exposed to GMO feed.

I personally consume a small amount of cheese every day, and I make sure it’s both organic and grass-fed. I also consume a lot of cruciferous food. If you also consume cruciferous vegetables, you’ll get an anti-estrogenic effect. In other words, they’ll help clean up excess estrogen in your body.

Lastly, I would always tell my patients to try this experiment: for one week, completely give up dairy and see how you feel. A certain percentage would do very well. Others would feel no difference. This may give you a few clues to determine whether you’re sensitive to dairy or not.

And now you know the answer to the question, can dairy affect hormones?

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 56, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The Health & Wellness, Dr.Berg Nutritionals, and Dr.Eric Berg, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

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[howtomedicate]

Keep those great videos coming! Thank you dr Berg!

[boncoon]

This was both helpful, and heart-breaking! How I respond to this information will determine how sincere I really am about wanting to be in good health.
Thank you more, Bonnie

[malarpon]

I had polycystic ovary for many years. Nearly last 1 1/2 yrs i had stopped milk and all dairy related product including coffee, tea and went fully gluten free and now i am almost cured from pcod symtoms(irregular period)

[eschmalzy]

Hi Dr. Berg! Any thoughts about Colostrum? And it’s benefits or any adverse effects? I just started taking it and having been on the keto diet for 3 years now. Thanks for all your hard work and great videos!

[miznakatsu]

Thanks for the advice Dr. Berg! Will definitely try that one week tip!

[ButterflyVan]

Along with Keto and IF I take your Estrogen with DIM and at night the Adrenal/Cortisol and my hot flashes totally STOPPED! My periods became regular again.I would not be feeling this good without your help. Thank you from all the women watching you!!!!🤗👍👌

[queenoflove]

I need this information thank you very much I really appreciate your efforts

[aa-ngot]

Can you make a video about PMDD and how it can be treated. There are good amount of women suffering from this including myself. Thank you Dr.Berg!

[davidburman]

Great video....Im 68 and have had heath problems including 2 heart attacks ...weight issues....elevated blood sugar ....some arthritis.
I'll never be 20 again but I have have followed Dr Berg for over 2 years now with very positive results. I ditched cows milk and cut way back on cheese after my 2nd attack and don't miss it all.
I use grass fed butter now instead of margarine and have a small amount of cheese. Stomach issues disappeared in a improved over doctor has eliminated some meds and greatly reduced others.
Great aren't cattle we dont need it.

[missingperson]

I get the worst acne breakout when I eat cheese, I tested it many and many times.

[rochellestevenson]

Thank you, Thank you Dr Berg, your videos are what we need, to get healthy and when I apply what you say it works, We look forward to continue to learn from your simple, clear informative teaching you’re Awesome.

[peacefulmind]

Thanks for your efforts Dr Berg.
Would you please talk about sensory processing disorder in kids ! Thanks in advance

[rosarioramirez]

Thank you Dr. Berg. I asked for this info. ❤❤❤

[rojano]

I wanted to know from young but nobody explained me clear on this issue. Thanks Dr Eric.

[TheKat]

Dairy gives me cystic acne. Haven't had any in 3.5 years. They put that crap in everything. Have to read every label. I would never put that in my body again. My life is so much better since I quit dairy.

[bettyburton]

Loved it... thanks for the information.

[andylyon]

Also addgressive fermenting of dairy will help. I ferment 2-3 days adding jockstrap mollases and raisins. When all the sugar has turned to lactic acid and the Casine to cheese, like what happens in a baby's stomach=less trouble digesting. Raisins are also linked to raising testosterone and molasses adds minerals to the already mineral right milk. Plus milk sugar, molasses, and sugar in raisins feed a much higher microbe population in the resulting dairy products.

I only use grass fed goat milk too.

[dr.shakingmyhead]

You are 100%
CORRECT
Thanks again D❤c.

[ireyonmoya]

With packaged heated milk from the grocery store, I had several problems; mucilage, acne, digestive problems etc.
Fresh raw milk from the organic farmer, free range (grass and hayfeeding); Zero negative reactions, on the contrary, super digestive, no dry skin, stronger fingernails plus better eyesight (carotene?).

[pattypereirataylor]

Milk in England has lots of hormones. I started having problem since I relocated here. I ended up with endometriosis. I now am eating more cruciferous vegetables because that is a lot less painful ! thank you Dr Berg :)