| Scientific Info | | Relationship between aldosterone and progesterone in the human menstrual cycle* | Progesterone may directly contribute to increased luteal phase aldosterone production
Szmuilowicz ED, Adler GK, Williams JS, Green DE, Yao TM, Hopkins PN, Seely EW.
Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA; Department of Medicine, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT.
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| Progesterone reverses the spatial memory enhancements initiated by tonic and cyclic oestrogen therapy in middle-aged ovariectomized female rats. | Progesterone decreased the number of deaths due to tonic estradiol treatment.
Bimonte-Nelson HA, Francis KR, Umphlet CD, Granholm AC.
Department of Psychology, Arizona State University, PO Box 871104, Tempe, AZ 85287, USA
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| | | | | Supplier: Tuck's Discount Vitamins USA Ltd. | | Brand: NOW Foods (USA) | | Case Size: N/A | | Progesterone Cream
3 oz (85g) | | | Stock #: 320041 | | Description: Natural progesterone cream plays an important role in restoring balance to the body. One of the safest hormonal supplements, progesterone is essential in regulating estrogen, testosterone, aldosterone and cortisone. This simply means that progesterone is a precursor hormone that can be converted by the body, as required into the other essential steroid hormones. If the body is deprived of its required amount of progesterone, the production of the other related hormones can be severely imbalanced. Taking progesterone will not create an excess of these other hormones, but rather act as a normalizer by helping to decrease any excess or correct any deficiency.
Natural Progesterone also aids in promoting and sustaining pregnancy, and can raise depleted levels of DHEA, as well as improve mood and libido in both men and women.
Hormone imbalance is evident in numerous common physical problems such as hypothyroidism, migraine headaches, endometriosis, osteoporosis, uterine fibroids, and urinary tract infections.
How Progesterone Works
Progesterone is one of two main hormones the other being estrogen made by the ovaries of menstruating women. Progesterone is also made in smaller amounts in the adrenal glands in both sexes and by the testes in males. When a woman's monthly cycle is functioning correctly, estrogen is the dominant hormone during the first two weeks of the menstrual cycle. In response to ovulation progesterone assumes dominance for the final two weeks of the month. When the pituitary gland in the brain sends a message to the ovaries to stop production of progesterone the menstrual cycle begins within 48 hours of this message.
Progesterone is essential for survival and its deficiency can cause a wide range of problems. Natural progesterone cream applied transdermally is stored in the fatty tissues for use as needed by the body to reverse the toxic effects of estrogen dominance.
Menopause occurs, to a large extent when the ovaries stop ovulating, and the monthly fluctuations in natural progesterone come to a halt. Most women continue to produce some estrogen; however, minimal progesterone is produced after menopause.
Virtually all women complete menopause by age fifty-five, although a rare woman continues the menstrual cycling as late as age sixty. A number of symptoms may appear as menopause approaches: irregular periods, excess or deficient menstruation, painful intercourse vaginal dryness, hot flashes, thinning skin decreased libido, memory problems, forgetfulness, immunity delayed healing, insomnia, depression, increased risk of osteoporosis, hair thinning, and heart disease. It is extremely important that natural progesterone be used during this time.
The good news is that natural progesterone can be recommended with confidence to everyone. Most men and women can enhance their health after age fifty by using a biologically active progesterone cream on their skin.
Progesterone is made up of small, fat-soluble molecules and is well absorbed through the skin. It is absorbed at first by the fat layers just under the skin and is then diffused throughout the body via blood circulation. Initially, in progesterone deficient individuals much of the progesterone is absorbed by the body fat. In time, fat levels reach saturation and continued doses result in increased blood levels of progesterone and a stronger physiological effect. Thus, some women notice results right away, while for others it may take up to three months. Since every woman's body is different, the correct amount of natural progesterone cream will vary therefore some women will require more than others.
Natural progesterone in pill or tablet form has not proved effective as it is almost completely broken down by the digestive process before it has been able to enter the blood stream. However, researchers have shown that when properly formulated with certain specific natural carriers, the most desirable way to use natural progesterone is in a transdermal (absorbed through the skin) cream. It is known that transdermal or vaginal application allows it to bypass the liver, thus improving its overall efficacy. This provides a safe, pleasant and efficient way to help the body help itself gently and in total harmony with the way nature was designed to work.
Many women have found natural progesterone to be one of the most important products they have ever used. Furthermore, the beneficial skin moisturizing effects of transdermal progesterone are often much appreciated by the women using it. It has become an essential part of the practice of many health care professionals who are continually learning more about this remarkable gift of nature.
| | Benefits & How it Works: Progesterone and DHEA The Precursor Explained
More than any other known biochemical, DHEA has been correlated with health and longevity. Progesterone like DHEA, has been referred to as the "mother of hormones". Progesterone is an important precursor in the biosynthesis of the adrenal corticosteroids, which protect us against stress, and of all the sex hormones, including both testosterone and estrogen. Although the chemical pathway is not known, the rise in DHEA after application of natural progesterone is quite amazing.
Simply put, progesterone can be turned into one of many different hormones in the body, as they are needed to maintain various metabolic functions in almost all of our tissues. Sadly most all the emphasis has been put on the importance of estrogen. However, it must be stressed again and again that both estrogen and testosterone are made from progesterone. Without adequate progesterone, both testosterone and estrogen would not be sufficiently available to the body.
The "Balancing Act": Progesterone versus Estrogen
Progesterone
Maintains Secretory Endometrium
Protects Against Fibrocystic Breasts
Helps Use Fat for Energy
Acts as a Natural Diuretic
Acts as a Natural Anti-Depressant
Facilitates Thyroid Hormone Action
Normalizes Blood Clotting
Restores Sex Drive
Normalizes Blood Sugar Levels
Normalizes Zinc and Copper Levels
Restores Proper Cell Oxygen Levels
Prevents Endometrial Cancer
Helps Prevent Breast Cancer
Stimulates Osteoblast Bone Building
Restores Normal Vascular Tone
Functions as a Precursor of Corticosteroids
Increases Sensitivity of Estrogen Receptors
Helps Prevent Prostate Cancer
Estrogen Dominance and Hormone Imbalance
Creates Proliferative Endometrium
Causes Breast Stimulation
Increases Body Fat
Increases Salt and Fluid Retention
Causes Depression and Headaches
Interferes with Thyroid Hormone
Increases Blood Clotting
Decreases Sex Drive
Impairs Blood Sugar Control
Causes Loss of Zinc and Retention of Copper
Reduces Oxygen Levels in All Cells
Increases risk of Endometrial Cancer
Increases Risk of Breast Cancer
Slightly Restrains Osteoclast Function
Reduces Vascular Tone
Increases Risk of Autoimmune Disorders
Creates Progesterone Receptors
Increases Risk of Prostate Cancer
| | Dosages & Ingredients: Dr. John Lee recommends 20 to 30 mg per day, however, listen to your body to determine your ideal dosage. You can use more or less depending on how you feel.
Servings per container: 1 full pump dispenses about 1.2 g of cream, providing 20 mg of USP Progesterone. This container yields approximately 70 pumps.
Suggested Use: Rotate application between abdomen, hands and thighs for best results. Use 1x or 2x daily.
Ingredients: De-ionized Water, Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) (Juice from Leaves), Stearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20 (emulsifying wax), Avocado Oil (Persea gratissima), Vegetable Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Natural Progesterone (USP Grade), Phospholipids (from Soy Lecithin), Balancing Herbal Blend of: Rosemary Leaf Extract (Rosmarinus officinalis), Grapefruit Seed Extract (Citrus grandis), Carrot Oil (Daucua carota sativa), Cedar Bark Extract (Thujopsis dolabrata), Sarsaparilla Root Extract (Smilax officinalis syn. S. regelii), Dong Quai Root Extract (Angelica polymorpha var. sinensis), Saw Palmetto Extract (Serenoa serrulata Fruit Extract), Chamomille Flower Extract (Matricaria recutita), Lemon Grass Oil (Cymbopogon citratus) and Comfrey Root Extract (Symphytum officinale), Natural Vitamin E (as d-alpha-Tocopherol), Panthenol, Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate), Potassium Sorbate and Xanthan Gum (Xanthomonas campestris).
We recommend that you rotate the areas you apply it, to avoid saturating any one area. It is best absorbed where the skin is relatively thin and well supplied with capillary blood flow, such as the face, neck, upper chest, breasts, inner arms and inner thighs and wrists.
Apply and massage into your skin until it is noticeably absorbed. Natural progesterone cream should not be applied over top of other body creams or perfumes as this may interfere with proper absorption.
| | Cautions: There have been reports of incidental spotting, sleeplessness and fatigue, which may be associated with progesterone use. However these symptoms are usually temporary and subside quickly as stated by Dr. John Lee in his book What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause.
Persistent or irregular bleeding should always be checked by a physician. Since some PMS and menopause symptoms may be caused by reasons other than progesterone deficiency, it is advisable to seek the advice of a health care provider especially if symptoms persist.
Natural progesterone can often help with hypothyroidism. However, if you are taking thyroid supplements or medications your healthcare provider should be made aware of your use of natural progesterone.
Many women retain layers of subcutaneous fat in the body often due to estrogen dominance. Since the use of natural progesterone helps to balance estrogen levels, another benefit that many women may experience is the reduction of fat levels in the body.
Men over the age of 45 should use natural progesterone cream to guard against prostate cancer. In addition to this, men should take Saw Palmetto, 160 mg twice a day. | | Drug/Herb Interactions: No Side Effects
Natural progesterone has no known side effects and no toxic levels have been found to date. When adequate levels of progesterone are present in the body libido is increased, the skin stays hydrated and oxygenated, facial hair growth and hair thinning is prevented, less depression occurs, fat burning is encouraged and blood clotting remains normal. There appears to be less breast and uterine cancer among women with higher levels of progesterone as well as less menopausal and PMS problems, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.
Thousands and thousands of women in the western world are now using natural progesterone in the form of a non-prescription cream that is applied to the skin. Natural progesterone has unfortunately been almost totally overlooked by medical science while the erroneous focus has been placed heavily on estrogen. It is important in today's world that we have a much clearer understanding of progesterone the important natural hormone that it is.
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