Struggling with a hormonal imbalance? Try easy practices at home

             Written by: Sneha Jajoo

1 December 2025

Struggling with mood swings, irregular cycles, fatigue, or stubborn weight? Ayurveda says daily habits can play the biggest role in balancing hormones naturally.

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Try these 8 easy daily practices that work.

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Warm water activates digestion, flushes toxins (that remain in the body due to improper digestion), and supports smoother metabolism. This helps in balancing hormones like insulin and cortisol

Start Your Day with Warm Water

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Ayurveda emphasises eating at the same time daily. It can prevent spikes in blood sugar, stabilise insulin, and support hormonal harmony throughout the day.

Eat on Time 

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Ghee, sesame oil, nuts, and seeds provide essential fatty acids—building blocks for hormone production. They can help reduce PMS symptoms, fatigue, and mood fluctuations.

Include Healthy Fats

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Cinnamon, fenugreek, cumin, fennel, and turmeric can improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and support insulin balance.

Add Hormone-Friendly Spices

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A cooked breakfast like upma, dal-cheela, vegetable porridge, or millets can keep blood sugar steady, reducing cortisol spikes that can worsen hormonal issues.

Prioritise a Warm, Nourishing Breakfast

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Just a few minutes of pranayama—like anulom vilom or bhramari—can help regulate cortisol and support thyroid, adrenal, and reproductive hormones.

Manage Stress with Breathwork

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Ayurveda recommends simple daily add-ons, herbs like ashwagandha (stress balance), shatavari (female hormonal support), and triphala (gut detox). But use them only with guidance.

Herbal Support 

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Quality sleep is non-negotiable. Sleeping early can support melatonin release, improve metabolism, and keep sex hormones in balance.

Sleep Early

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