SHBG, PCOS, and Testosterone in Women

What is Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, and how is it related to testosterone, estrogen, and PCOS in women? SHBG is a glycoprotein which binds to estrogen, dihydrotestosterone (DHT), and testosterone. Essentially, SHBG is responsible for balancing these hormones (especially testosterone!) and transporting them to the tissues in your body! So let’s talk about what causes high and low SHBG levels, symptoms and conditions that may be associated with these levels, and how you can optimize your SHBG levels to minimize your risk for insulin resistance and PCOS. ---------- For more resources, check out my website: https://dralexandramayer.com Follow me on Instagram: @dralexmayer Want to better understand your hormones? Download my free comprehensive guide! https://dralexandramayer.com/lab-chea... Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored and has been created with the intent of providing general educational information. Any such presentation of information by Dr. Alexandra Mayer is for general guidance is not intended to be nor should it be construed as the practice of medicine or specific medical advice. You should consult with your doctor to ensure that anything discussed in the video is right for you, given your unique set of health circumstances.