PMS that knocks you out.

Hormonal acne that won’t clear.

Heavy periods. Breast tenderness. Mood swings.

Stubborn belly fat that won’t budge — no matter how “clean” you eat.

And you’ve been told… “It’s just hormones.” 😔

In this episode of The Med Matrix Method, functional medicine provider Dr. Sasha Rose, ND, LAc, MSOM unpacks one of the most overlooked drivers of estrogen imbalance: the estrobolome.

The estrobolome is the collection of gut bacteria responsible for metabolizing and regulating estrogen. When it’s disrupted, estrogen can recirculate improperly — contributing to estrogen dominance, PMS, acne, fibroids, endometriosis, weight gain, and even long-term hormone-related risk.

From gut dysbiosis and beta-glucuronidase activity to detox pathways and inflammatory signaling, this episode connects the dots between your microbiome and your menstrual cycle.

You’ll learn:

✔️ What the estrobolome actually is — and how it regulates estrogen

✔️ How gut bacteria influence PMS, acne, heavy periods, and mood swings

✔️ The connection between antibiotics, birth control, and hormone imbalance

✔️ Why constipation and poor detox pathways worsen estrogen recirculation

✔️ How inflammation, stress, and liver function impact estrogen metabolism

✔️ A functional medicine approach to restoring hormone balance from the gut up

If you’ve tried hormone supplements, topical treatments, or restrictive diets without real improvement — this episode will help you understand what may actually be happening inside your body.

👇 Have questions about PMS, estrogen dominance, or gut health? Drop them in the comments — we may answer them in a future episode.

🎧 Stream now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

✨ Ready for a root-cause approach to hormone health?

Visit www.medmatrixusa.com to schedule a discovery call.

⚠️ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.