Hormones are chemical messengers that play a vital role in our overall health. But in an age where hormone-disrupting chemicals lurk in everything from air fresheners to fast food, it’s no surprise that our hormones can get thrown out of kilter. Whether you’re suffering from irritability and mood swings brought on by PMT, or the tiredness and weight gain associated with hypothyroidism, out-of-whack hormones can seriously affect your wellbeing.

So why not do something about it? While it may feel like you’re at the mercy of your hormones, there are in fact steps you can take to bring them into balance. And they start with your diet.