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Note: Many people read this article and think it does not apply because they are past their child bearing stage of life. Read this article to gain a general understanding of progesterone and how it effects the female reproductive system and therefore her whole hormonal balance in all of her seasons.
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Redbook (vol. 172 No. 4) printed a review of the role of progesterone in women'shealth. The article is based on information provided by a fertility specialist who is alsoa professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Hahnemann University in Philadelphia.
Readers are told that progesterone assures uniform shedding of the uterine lining eachmonth. Whereas estrogen builds up the endometrium during the first half of each menstrualcycle, progesterone prepares it for the implantation of a fertilized egg after ovulation.If fertilization does not occur, the ovaries stop production of progesterone (usuallyafter 14 days) and menstruation begins. If fertilization does occur, adequate amounts ofprogesterone in the uterine wall will allow the egg to attach itself to the endometriumand remain securely in place.
When a woman reaches her 30's and 40's, progesterone levels can drop below normal,causing her periods to occur more frequently. When the ovaries produce progesterone foronly nine or ten days instead of the usual 14, a woman who normally had her periods every30 days may begin to menstruate every 25 days.
Low levels of progesterone, as well as relatively high levels of estrogen, can alsocause tissue buildup. This combination can lead to the formation of so much excess tissuethat there is abnormally heavy flow during menstruation and spotting between periods.Severe progesterone deficiency can even stop the endometrial shedding process altogether,resulting in missed periods. Prolonged deficiency can lead to endometrial hyperplasia, acondition that can increase the risk of uterine cancer. And a low progesterone / estrogenration can cause symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), such as anxiety, irritability,depression, headaches, dizziness and bloating.
Finally, if a woman's ovaries do not produce enough progesterone to maintain pregnancythrough the first trimester, when the placenta takes over the job of making progesterone,a miscarriage will occur.
Progesterone treatment may also help infertile women. Those having trouble conceivingor who have had unexplained first trimester miscarriages are urged to discuss thepossibility of progesterone deficiency with their physicians; according to the article,physicians often treat infertility with strong medications or surgery (D&C) without firstchecking progesterone levels. Progesterone therapy has helped many women become pregnantand carry a child to term. Therefore, it should be considered as an alternative beforemore drastic measures are taken.
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What is being talked about here is Natural Progesterone, not progestins,pregesterones etc. Because these synthetics are originally derived from naturalprogesterone does not make them the same. NP has the same 1 molecule of hydrogen taken outjust as your body would. Synthetics have atoms of other substances added which makes themnot at all the same as your body and therefore they upset the delicate balance and only inbest cases mimic NP. They therefore are not excreted from the body naturally as well. AlsoNP does not carry with it the side effects or birth defects related to synthetics.
Many doctors believe the synthetics are real progesterone because of theirtraining. They are not purposely unaware. If you were to look up in thePhysicians Desk Reference you would in fact see under medroxyprogesterone acetate (thename for progestins - Provera - the most common, pregesterone, gestagens, progestogens andothers) a lengthy list of side effects including: Increased risk of birth defects if takenin the first 4 months of pregnancy, depression, miscarriages or congenial deformities inthe fetus, breakthrough bleeding, cervical erosion, nausea, malignant mammary nodules inanimals, sudden loss of partial vision and many more. This is stated in "What YourDoctor May Not Tell You About Menopause" Not my opinion but 20 years of his researchand hundreds of case histories.
Renewed Balance is a Natural Progesterone cream and is usedtransdermally, which means applied to thin areas of skin. It helps your body stay inbalance. It contains 1,500 mg of natural progesterone per 2 ounce jar. (derived fromdiosgenin from wild yam and soy plants and converted to natural progesterone), vitamin E,aloe vera and other healthful substances. (Note: because a product lists wild yam does notmean it contains Natural Progesterone. Some only list it in the ingredients to pose asNat. Prog. - The effects are not guaranteed or consistent.) Example: even low levels ofprogesterone may not help fibroids but a product with at least 400-500 / ounce isrecommended for treatment of those listed and more. (remember that Renewed Balance has 750mg/oz.)
The other ingredients in Renewed Balance have benefits also. Vitamin Ehelps stabilize the natural progesterone and is also believed to be its most effectivecarrier. Vitamin E is instrumental in seeing that the natural progesterone is absorbed bythe body. Aloe vera oil, avocado oil, carrot oil and lemon oil also help absorption, andgive Renewed Balance powerful moisturizing capabilities.
Renewed Balance is satisfaction guaranteed or your money back, if youtry it for 30-60 days at least for best results. The FDA regulates what may be said aboutits effectiveness but Dr. Lee's book is very specific about HIS findings. If you are notsatisfied for any reason, return it for refund. You will find that many other problemswill disappear that you did not know were linked to low progesterone: acne, hair loss,lethargy, insomnia, depression, mood swings, fibrocystic breasts, polycystic ovaries,headaches, muscle cramps, blurred vision, unexplained weight gain, lack of appetite, lowlibido, dark circles under the eyes and so much more. There are at least 75 symptoms oflow progesterone and probably some we don't know of according to Dr. John R. Lee
Renewed Balance is not a miracle drug. It is a plant derivative madeto work with our bodies the way God intended. There are so many xenoestrogens - toxins inthe air, plastics, canned goods and even in water - that our bodies are out of sync withthe original plan. Did you know that synthetic estrogens are used in the lining of cannedgoods. It isn't just a matter of ones personal body makeup but the toxins that arepresented in our society. We live in a toxic world that is anything but ideal for ourbodies.
Change of diet and lifestyle play an important role. Having enough essential fatty acids (ask us about flaxseed and Barlean's EssentialWoman oils), low animal products (hormone free at least), a good amount of fresh fruitsand vegetables as well as a juicing and fasting program are all important to a healthybody.
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