College of Pharmacy Organizes a Discussion Session on Achieving Balance Between Estrogen and Progesterone Hormones

The Women’s Affairs Unit at the College of Pharmacy, Kerbala University, organized a discussion session titled “How to Achieve Balance Between Estrogen and Progesterone Hormones,” presented by Assistant Professor Dr. Shaimaa Amouri Jabbar. The session covered the vital role of these hormones in regulating reproductive health and physiological processes in the body, highlighting the health issues arising from hormonal imbalance, such as mood swings, infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, as well as other problems like weight gain, osteoporosis, insomnia, and depression.

The lecture emphasized the importance of understanding the relationship between these hormones and adopting appropriate strategies to maintain hormonal health and prevent associated complications. The session recommended maintaining a balanced diet, regular physical activity, stress management, adequate sleep, regular medical check-ups, the use of dietary supplements when necessary, reducing exposure to environmental toxins, medical treatment when needed, and supporting mental health through increased health awareness.

The aim of the session was to enhance understanding of the causes of hormonal imbalance and explore effective strategies to restore balance between estrogen and progesterone for optimal women’s health.