According to Michalczyk, the best meals and snacks for hormone balance are nutritionally balanced—that is, they contain protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich carbohydrates. Leafy greens, vegetables, some fruits (like berries), nuts, seeds, and fatty fish are all great choices, says Michalczyk, adding that whole, unprocessed foods “can help maintain healthy levels of hormones like insulin (blood sugar hormone), cortisol (stress hormone), and others.”
