Aldosterone / ADH
Controls water and salt balance. Regulates blood pressure.
In general
- Higher
- Water retention, puffiness, high blood pressure, headaches.
- Typical
- Stable blood pressure, proper hydration, no puffiness.
- Lower
- Low blood pressure, dizziness, dehydration, salt cravings.
For women
- Higher
- Water retention, facial puffiness, bloating, high blood pressure. Worsens before periods.
- Typical
- Stable blood pressure, proper hydration. No bloating.
- Lower
- Dizziness, dehydration, low blood pressure, salt cravings.
For men
- Higher
- Water retention, puffiness, high blood pressure, headaches.
- Typical
- Stable blood pressure, proper hydration, no bloating.
- Lower
- Dizziness, low blood pressure, dehydration, salt cravings.
If it tends to run high
- Reduce Salt
Excess sodium activates the aldosterone system, causing water retention and puffiness.
- Elevate Legs
15 minutes of leg elevation before bed helps flush retained fluid.
If it tends to run low
- Mineral Salt
A pinch of Himalayan salt in water supports electrolyte balance and aldosterone function.
- Consistent Hydration
Drink water steadily throughout the day rather than large amounts at once.
This page is general education, not medical advice. HormoneGPT shows patterns based on your answers and does not measure aldosterone / adh levels. If you are worried about symptoms, talk to a doctor; a blood test is the only way to measure hormone levels.