Estrogen
ESTROGEN is produced in the ovaries and adrenal glands.
Lack of sufficient Estrogen can cause the following symptoms:
- Hot flashes
- Vaginal dryness and thinning of the vaginal walls
- Some forms of urinary incontinence or lack of bladder control
- Decreased libido or interest in sex
- Osteoporosis or weak bones
- Difficulty concentrating and poor memory
- Anxiety and depression
- Weight gain and increased body fat
- Inability to sleep
- Mood swings
Possible benefits of replenishing Estrogen can be:
- Protect against Heart Disease and stroke
- Protect against Osteoporosis
- Protect against Type 2 Diabetes
- Protect against memory problems and Alzheimer’s disease
- Improve vaginal dryness and atrophy
- Improve Urogenital atrophy and incontinence
- Improve the appearance of wrinkles on the face
- Improve moodiness and feelings of depression
- Restore libido or sexual desire
Progesterone
Progesterone is a steroid hormone produced in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and placenta during pregnancy. Progesterone has an important role in the menstrual cycle of women. It also helps to improve sleep, build bone, prevent mood swings and improves bladder function.
Symptoms of Progesterone Deficiency are:
- Decreased libido
- Anxiety
- Decreased HDL levels “good cholesterol”
- Excessive menstruation which can be longer periods with heavy bleeding
- Mood swings and irritability
- Osteoporosis
- Weight gain
- Insomnia (inability to sleep)
- Nervousness
Some of the benefits of Bioidentical Progesterone replacement include:
- Natural calming effect
- Fluid balance in cells (less fluid retention)
- Enhanced action of thyroid hormone
- Improved sleep
- Antidepressant
- Improves libido
- Improves cholesterol and lowers blood pressure
- Helps with new bone production
- Improves immune system
An important point to make when discussing Progesterone is that many peer-reviewed articles in the medical literature erroneously compare Natural Progesterone to a Synthetic Progestin called Medroxyprogesterone Acetate, also known as Provera. Synthetic Progestins should never be compared to Natural progesterone as the chemical structure is very different, and they do not produce the same actions in your body.
When taken, Progestins (Synthetic Progesterone) can increase the risk of breast cancer, as discovered in the WHI(Women’s Health Initiative) study. Natural Progesterone (bioidentical) does not cause breast cancer, but can be protective against it. Progestins can also cause acne, bloating, breast tenderness, Depression and increase LDL (bad cholesterol).
Natural (bioidentical) Progesterone decreases fluid retention, bloating, and has a positive effect on lowering cholesterol, protecting from heart disease and osteoporosis.
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