Hormone imbalance is a term that resonates with many women in the age group of 30 to 50, yet its full implications are not always entirely clear, even for those who recognize some of the uncomfortable symptoms associated with it. This imbalance occurs when there is an excess or deficiency of a particular hormone circulating in the bloodstream. Experiencing some form of hormone imbalance during pivotal life stages such as puberty, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause