Systematic Kinesiology and the Endocrine System

A hormone is a substance created in the body that controls the body's growth, development, and metabolism. Hormones play a vital role in ensuring that bodily functions are regulated. If hormone balances are off, it can lead to a range of unwanted physical and emotional symptoms; from fatigue to low moods. Systematic Kinesiology can be used to ensure that hormone glands are in balance, allowing the body to function optimally. In this article we are going to explore what hormones are, the role they play in the body and the Systematic Kinesiology protocol called the ‘endocrine balance’ which can be used to ensure hormone glands are in balance and the body is in homeostasis. 

What are hormones?

Hormones are molecules that are produced by the endocrine glands. The body has a number of different endocrine glands, and they differ depending on if you are a male or a female. These are:

• Hypothalamus

• Pituitary 

• Pineal 

• Thyroid

• Parathyroid

• Thymus

• Adrenals

• Gonads (male)

• Ovaries (female)

• Pancreas

• Spleen

The term ‘endocrine’ refers to the system of making and releasing hormones, through secretion into the bloodstream and lymph. These hormones then control the actions of other target cells and organs. There are many different types of hormones including (but not limited to) steroids, amino acids and proteins. Each individual hormone type has a contrasting size and chemical property; so the way in which they modulate the activity of their target cells will differ.

What is the endocrine system’s role in the body?

The endocrine system and hormones have many roles in the body, these include:

• Digestion

• Growth

• Homeostasis (keeping constant internal balance)

• Metabolism

• Mood

• Repair

• Reproduction

• Sexual function

To maintain the body’s homeostasis, hormone production and secretion are tightly controlled not by a single hormone but by several hormones regulating each other. For example, the hypothalamus secretes hormones transported to the pituitary gland. There, the releasing hormones induce the production of more hormones, which are then transported to their target glands. In the glands, the pituitary hormones will result in the release of additional hormones that then go on to influence the various targeted organs of the body.  This clearly shows how integrated the endocrine system is and how an imbalance of hormones in one area, can cause an imbalance in the whole body. 

Problems that can occur if the endocrine system is out of balance

If the endocrine system is out of balance, there is either an excess or deficient level of hormones in the body. Below are listed some of the signs and symptoms you may experience if your hormones are imbalanced:

• Slow or rapid heartbeat

• Unexplained weight gain or weight loss

• Fatigue

• Constipation

• Depression or anxiety

There are also numerous problems which can occur as a result of this. Some of these problems include:

• Diabetes - this is usually a result of too much sugar in the blood caused by problems with insulin production. This includes type 1 diabetes (deficiency of insulin) and type 2 diabetes (initially excessive, then deficiency of insulin).

• Menstruation abnormalities can lead to irregular menstruation or a lack of menstruation which can affect a woman’s fertility levels. 

• Thyroid problems – this gland can be overactive or under-active, causing symptoms affecting weight gain and energy levels.

What causes hormonal imbalances?

Every hormone-related problem can have several different possible causes. If you check any health-related website, it will state that the main conditions that cause hormone imbalances include:

• Tumors, adenomas or other growths.

• Damage or injury to an endocrine gland.

• Autoimmune conditions.

• Hereditary gene changes that cause problems with the structure and/or function of an endocrine gland.

Unfortunately, despite the endocrine system having a huge impact on our health (physical and mental) and well-being; it is one that is often misunderstood and there is little known about it and what causes its problems. Systematic Kinesiology teaches us that how efficiently the endocrine system works, can depend on a number of factors (that we will discuss further below), and that there are many things that we can do to help us to ensure that our endocrine systems are balanced and in harmony. 

How can Systematic Kinesiology help with hormone imbalances?

As mentioned in our previous article ‘Systematic Kinesiology - a deep dive’, Systematic Kinesiology is a holistic approach to healthcare. This means that we believe in treating the whole person, rather than just the symptoms of an illness, using muscle testing (biofeedback) to locate the imbalances. We focus on 4 key areas/realms known as MCPE: Mental, Chemical, Physical and Energetical. 

1. Emotions: With the ‘Mental’ covering emotions, feelings, stress and trauma; Kinesiologists believe that our emotions have a large impact on our physical health and that negative thoughts such as fear, anger, grief, guilt and sadness cause imbalance and lower the body’s efficiency. If you are struggling with any symptoms which are signalling that your hormone glands are not in balance, the Systematic Kinesiologist would work with you to look at any emotions you might be experiencing which could be causing some of the physical symptoms being experienced.

2. Nutrition: With the ‘Chemical’ covering food, medication and water; Systematic Kinesiologists believe that the food we eat, medications we take and water we drink can all have an impact on endocrine function. We work with a lot of supplementary remedies to support the body and restore optimum health. If you are struggling with any symptoms which are signalling that your hormone glands are not in balance, the Systematic Kinesiologist will use muscle testing to find out which vitamins and minerals your body is lacking and needs in order to get back to balance.

3. Structural: With the ‘Physical’ looking at our bones, exercise, muscles, posture and sleep; we believe that exercise, quality of sleep, working environments and lifestyle can have an impact on bodily functions. If you are struggling with any symptoms which are signalling that your hormone glands are not in balance, the Systematic Kinesiologist will use muscle testing to detect and correct any imbalances that could be causing physical symptoms.

4. Energy: meridians are a system of channels through which vital energy (also known as Qi/Chi and Prana) flows. These channels have been used for thousands of years in both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Traditional Indian Medicine (TIM). Systematic Kinesiologists believe that energy can become blocked or depleted, causing imbalances and leading to disease. If you are struggling with any symptoms which are signalling that your hormone glands are not in balance, the Systematic Kinesiologist will run your meridian points from start to finish to help give energy back to them.

Systematic Kinesiologists use a powerful technique called ‘the endocrine protocol’ to check all endocrine glands listed above and find out which ones could be out of balance and thus causing some of the unwanted symptoms you are experiencing. If you or someone you know is struggling with unwanted symptoms and think it may be a result of your hormones, do not hesitate to contact us and book an appointment.