Tired. Moody, Gaining Weight – Your oral health might be to blame…

The Oral Microbiome: A Hidden Key to Hormonal Health

Did you know your mouth has its own microbiome and that it can impact your hormones? This month, we’ve teamed up with Kana Group (a collection of five outstanding dental practices, including mine!) to raise awareness of the vital link between oral and hormonal health.

Chronic gum disease or an imbalanced oral microbiome can trigger low-grade inflammation, which is closely tied to hormone imbalances, poor metabolic health, and symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain. 

The Connections:

🧠 Mouth-Gut-Hormone Connection

The mouth is the start of the gut. Oral bacteria can travel down the digestive tract, influencing the gut microbiome. If disrupted, this may lead to:

• Gut inflammation & leaky gut
• Poor oestrogen metabolism
• Insulin resistance & weight gain
• Thyroid and mood imbalances

Hormonal shifts- like those in perimenopause or pregnancy-can also alter the oral microbiome, making this a two-way issue.

⚠️ Symptoms to Watch

• Bleeding gums, especially around your cycle
• Low energy, brain fog or low mood
• Blood sugar swings or stubborn weight gain
• Headaches or aching joints
• Autoimmune thyroid disease- Hashimoto’s

🥗 5 Tips for a Healthier Mouth & Hormones

1. Eat prebiotic foods – onions, garlic, leeks & bananas to feed your gut and oral bacteria.
2. Reduce sugar & refined carbs – they fuel harmful bacteria and increase inflammation.
3. Skip harsh mouthwashes – use saltwater or oral probiotics (see below)
4. Hydrate & chew well – supports saliva production, digestion, absorption and hormone balance.
5. Check key nutrients – vitamin D, K2 & magnesium are vital for teeth, bones, and hormone signalling.

🧴 Supplements to Consider

• Invivo Bio.Me Oral – probiotic mouthwash, researched to support the oral ,microbiome.
• Vitamin D3 with K2– Supports immunity, bone health, and hormone function.
• Magnesium glycinate – reduces inflammation and supports hormone balance.
  Use code LCHDY10 at Natural Dispensary for 10% off.

Disclaimer: Always consult your healthcare practitioner before starting supplements.

Poor oral health has also been linked to increased risk of:

1. Alzheimer’s- one significant study showed if you had gum disease for more than 10 years you had a 70% increase risk of Alzheimer’s. 

2.  Infertility- studies have shown that women who have periodontal disease can take 2 month longer to conceive and men are 2.85x more likely to have erectile dysfunction. 

3. Parkinson’s, diabetes and most other inflammatory diseases, including breast and colon cancers. 

Kana Group Practices– where I go for routine work, and have been for oral surgery, are brilliant. Here are their sites, if you live locally and are wanting a professional and friendly dentist😊 

And if you would like support from me to help support your oral health for hormonal harmony, you can book a call and we can get you started.

In health and happiness,