When we see evidence that these microbes are grown in unhealthy proportions (like the pictures shown here), we call this dysbiosis. As a woman who has experienced some of the worst symptoms of endometriosis (a disease which is made worse by hormonal imbalances), I understand how uncomfortable it can be to have what I call ‘endo-belly’… when you wake up first thing in the morning with a flat belly and by the end of the day have what looks like a baby-on-board. Read on to learn more about the oestrobolome and the bacteria which help us to help our hormone balance.