What is Progesterone?
Progesterone is important for hormonal balance in women. It is produced in the ovaries and has a role in mensturation and pregnancy. Men produce small amounts from the testicles. After menopause, a small amount is produced in the adrenal glands. Progesterone begins to decline when a woman is approaching peri-menopause and menopause. Other reasons for a decline in progesterone include anti-depressant use, hypothyroidism, vitamin deficiencies, excessive arginine consumption and stress. Natural progesterone is made from a plant source and is the same chemical structure of the progesterone produced in the body and it is not the same as synthetic progestogens. Synthetic progestogens ‘progestins’ are similar in structure to progesterone but have side effects that do not occur with natural progesterone.
What are the benefits of natural Progesterone?
Being biologically identical to the progesterone in the body, a lot of positive effects can be seen: • Balances estrogen levels • Enhances action of thyroid hormones • Natural antidepressant • Calming effect • Balance fluid in cells • Helps restore cell oxygen levels • Helps sleep • Lowers cholesterol • Helps body use and eliminate fats • Lowers high blood pressure • Increases metabolic rate • Normalises and improves libido • Increases scalp hair • Prevents menstrual migraine headaches • Protects nerve injury • Promotes healthy immune system • Relaxes smooth muscle • Natural diuretic • Stimulates production of new bone • May protect against breast cancer A deficiency of progesterone can produce painful breasts, anxiety, irritability, mood swings, insomnia, nervousness, pain and inflammation, headaches, weight gain and excessive water retention. Natural progesterone relieves the uncomfortable symptoms of PMS and menopause. Natural progesterone enhances the action of estrogen and they work together to maintain hormonal balance.
For more information or to order a prescription, click here.