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Foods containing progesterone

I have been on the internet for 4 hours looking for actual foods containing progesterone... not creams... or pills... the actual food. All I found was yams and soybeans. Are there not any other foods?

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May 05, 2008
 Foods containing progesterone
by: Wray

There are no foods that contain progesterone.

It's an animal hormone and never found in plants. Not even soy beans or yams! Plants such as the soy bean, Dioscorea species of yams, fenugreek and many more, contain phytosterols, two such are stigmasterol and diosgenin.

As these sterols have a similar molecular structure to progesterone, they are used as starting points for the bio-synthesis of progesterone. This is then further broken down to oestrogen, testosterone, cortisol etc for use in HRT, testosterone replacement, cortisone etc.

Stigmasterol was first isolated from calabar beans. The commercial source of the sterol is the unsaponified fraction of soya-bean oil, which contains 12-25% stigmasterols. In 1976, stigmasterol was the starting material for 25% of the world production of steroids, and it has now overtaken diosgenin as the principal starting material for the industrial semi-synthesis of steroids. Do hope this helps, Take care Wray
Jul 24, 2008
 Steriods
by: Anonymous

Thank you for the information about natural steriods. I used it in the ABC comments section so maybe they'll stop blaming people for eating and having allergies.
Nov 10, 2008
 Progesterone
by: Anonymous

I thought eggs, beans, chicken, wheat and rice had progesterone?
Nov 11, 2008
 No progesterone in food
by: Wray

Unfortunately no 'food' contains progesterone, as you can see from my reply below, it's an animal hormone. The only way you could get any from eating 'food' is by eating the placenta that comes away after birth! Some animals do this, instinctively knowing they need a boost of progesterone after giving birth.

There are accounts of some tribes women who do the same for the same reason. In fact pigs placentas were used initially to extract the progesterone for commercial production, but it was hugely expensive and now the preferred commercial source are plant sterols. Hope this helps Take care Wray
Sep 11, 2009
 No progesterone in foods
by: Diana

I too have been looking for ways that my progesterone levels could have been greatly increased through food. On other sites I have seen suggested that avocados, nuts and seeds, olives and oils are progesterone-boosting foods. I also read on Wikipedia that a diet rich in dairy can elevate progesterone levels, as the cows are milked during pregnancy when their own levels are elevated.

Recent saliva tests indicate my progesterone levels to be very high - over 1200. And, my diet is rich with all of the foods listed above. I'm post menopausal and in my early 50's. I did use a progesterone oil on my gums 4-5 years ago to reduce perimenopausal symptoms, but have not touched any progesterone creams/oils in years. I know an excess can be stored in fat cells for some time, but I believe something else has contributed to this problem. My health-care practitioner believes I am getting dosed from something in the environment - like facial creams. Amy thoughts about this or how to reduce the progesterone in my body?

Thank you!
Sep 13, 2009
 High progesterone levels
by: Diana

Thank you Wray,

So if foods aren't stimulating my body to produce high levels of progesterone (over 1200 in saliva test), where might it be coimng from? I haven't used proseterone oil in 4-5 years. Any thought about cosmetics/facial creams? Are there other reasons the body would produce that much?
Sep 15, 2009
 High progesterone levels
by: Wray

Hi Diana. I must confess to being puzzled! In your last contribution you commented on milk containing high levels, as the cows are milked while pregnant. This is true, but 80-90% of oral progesterone is destroyed by the gut and liver, so I don't think it would have much influence.

Cosmetics contain oestrogen mimics, not progesterone, particularly if they have the parabens and liquid paraffin as ingredients. Another two to watch for are BHA and BHT, oestrogenic antioxidants. Unless progesterone is deliberately added to a cosmetic, there won't be any in. If I come across any info I'll certainly post it! Take care, Wray
Sep 18, 2009
 Agnus castus
by: Dawn

I read that these drops "Agnus castus" 10 in a glass of water daily along with the vitamin milk thistle 300 to 400 ml helps produce progesterone and this avoids the growth of fibroids. Hope this will help.
Jan 20, 2010
 Have a look at this
by: bazza

Here?s a useful site for you to look at:
http://www.ehow.com/facts_5008973_foods-that-naturally-increase-progesterone.html

Plus have you thought of other things like red clover properties http://www.vortexhealth.net/redclover.html

Oh and using the word ?properties? with plants, herbs or foods you get a better understanding of what your looking at happy hunting.
Jan 25, 2010
 Agnus castus
by: Wray

Hi Dawn. Agnus castus contains a phytoestrogen. The body cannot make progesterone from it. The same applies to milk thistle. The body can only make progesterone from cholesterol, the starting point in any human. Take care, Wray
Feb 15, 2010
 Foods containing progesterone
by: Anonymous

I was trying to research for foods that contain progesterone as well, not creams or pills. I found that Avocados, raw nuts and seeds, olives, and salmon and tuna all contain natural progesterone. Hope that helps.
Mar 02, 2010
 Hope this will help
by: safiya

Egg yolks and dairy products both contain respectable amounts of true progesterone, but it is not known how directly they interact with the human body's own progesterone stores.
Mar 02, 2010
 Foods containing progesterone
by: Wray

I don't know where you obtained your information, but progesterone has never been found in plants until very recently. A study conducted and then published in the Journal of Natural Products in Jan 2010 found it's existence in the English walnut tree, Juglans regia. Please see this.

It is found in all animals, all mammals, birds, reptiles and fishes and in both sexes. But the amount is so low no benefit would be had, unless you ate a placenta. Another aspect to take into consideration is progesterone, if taken orally, is mostly destroyed as it passes through the gut and liver. Take care, Wray
Mar 29, 2010
 Progesterone therapy for to prevent Fibroid Growth
by: Need2No

Is there a link between low progesterone and fibroid growth? Please explain if you know this.
Apr 02, 2010
 Progesterone therapy for to prevent Fibroid Growth
by: Wray

Generally a low progesterone means high oestrogen. Oestrogen stimulates cellular growth as it's a mitogen. Hence it's high presence in fibroids, endometriosis, cancer, breast and ovarian cysts. For more information please see here. Take care, Wray
Apr 02, 2010
 Maybe not actual progesterone but...
by: Anonymous

I'm on progesterone support as prescribed by hospital. They also mention foods which increase doses of vitamins that are necessary to the body in order to produce progesterone (as listed by others above).
Apr 04, 2010
 Progestogen deficiency
by: Anonymous

My 15 year old daughters doctor has suggested that she has low progestogen levels a week before her period and that taking Cerazette may help alleviate her symtoms of headaches and dizziness which keeps her off school each month. Any advice will be helpful.
Apr 05, 2010
 Maybe not actual progesterone but...
by: Wray

If you've been given something prescribed by a hospital, in all probability it's not progesterone but a progestin. You might like to read what these can do to us.

As for vitamins needed to produce progesterone, the only specific one is niacin or nicotinamide, which forms the complex nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide or NAD for short. This is a coenzyme found in all living cells and is needed for the conversion of cholesterol into pregnenolone, and then into progesterone. NAD can also be made from the amino acids tryptophan and aspartic acid. Take care, Wray
Apr 12, 2010
 Comment re 15 yr old 'progestogen deficient'
by: Anonymous

I can see you posted this on 4th april and I really hope you get to see this comment or your daughter could end up facing the same problems I have been dealing with as a result of being on birth control pills for 10 years. I recently came off all pills as I discovered there is a BIG difference between PROGESTERONE and PROGESTINS/PROGESTOGENS. The last two are synthetic hormones found in bc pills. If your daughter is lacking in anything, it would be PROGESTERONE which a pill cannot give so please don't get these confused like I did. I only discovered this recently and thanks to Wray Whyte on this wonderful website. I have received many emails answering all of my questions on this subject and I cannot tell you how much this has helped me. So please consider an alternative. I hope this helps.
Apr 18, 2010
 Progesterone
by: Anonymous

Agnus castus affects the pituitary and helps produce progesterone. I've read there are sub-lingual progesterone tablets that dissolve and are absorbed in the mouth. Any experience anybody?
Apr 20, 2010
 Lack of Progesterone
by: Joan

I was told that my Progesterone levels are almost not existent. I am 57 years old and my hair is thinning and I don't sleep well at all. I was given a "natural" progesterone to take orally at night. After 10 days, I was so ansy and feeling itchy all over, that I stopped. Is there any other way to boost progesterone levels other than creams and pills?
Apr 21, 2010
 Progestogen deficiency
by: Wray

I see your query has already been answered and I couldn't have put it better myself! I don't know who it is, but I am helping several girls who have recently come off the pill and are struggling with its after affects. Please have a look here for more information.

A synthetic progestin will not raise progesterone levels, not only that but it will suppress ovarian function. This means not only oestrogen production stopping, but it stops ovulation, this is the intention behind the pill, to prevent pregnancy. But by stopping ovulation no progesterone will be made. So the reverse of the intended effect occurs. Please consider progesterone, this is excellent for migraines/headaches, please see these pages...
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It should help the dizziness too, a high level of oestrogen the few days prior to our periods causes water to be retained, this affects the fluid in the ear and therefore balance. Progesterone is an excellent diuretic, so good in fact that it's given to brain trauma victims to prevent the oedema that forms after the injury. For more information on how to use progesterone please see here. Take care, Wray
Apr 21, 2010
 Progesterone
by: Wray

I can't see how it would help produce progesterone, as agnus castus has an oestrogenic action in the body. Although in a round about way I suppose it could, as it can stimulate the ovaries, there is even one case of mild ovarian hyperstimulation in a woman taking it. Once the egg has matured it ovulates and then the remaining follicle produces progesterone. It also suppresses prolactin levels in the pituitary as it has dopaminergic properties, ie it modulates the dopamine receptor sites. So it can normalise a shortened luteal phase due to excess prolactin, which in turn extends the production time of progesterone. But because of it's oestrogenic action, oestrogen rises in the luteal phase during treatment. Progesterone also suppresses prolactin, does not of course have an oestrogenic effect, in fact suppresses it, and can also extend the luteal phase. To my mind the better of the two, as it also turns the endometrial lining into a secretive lining, ready for a fertilised egg. A. Castus cannot do this. Please see these abstracts...
Abstract 1
Abstract 2
Abstract 3
Abstract 4
Troches/lozenges are a relatively new method of administering bio-identical hormones. The reasoning behind them is the hormone bypasses the stomach and first pass metabolism of the liver as it?s absorbed by the buccal mucosa, so entering circulation. However, according to one report, more than 50%, occasionally up to 70%, of the total dose of hormone is swallowed. Once swallowed stomach acids and the liver will destroy up to 90% of the hormone. Although this does not affect oestrogen, both testosterone and progesterone are not suited to this route. Take care, Wray
Apr 21, 2010
 Lack of Progesterone
by: Wray

Hi Joan. There are various routes that can be used to deliver progesterone. Injections, suppositories/pessaries, troches or lozenges, buccal drops, oral caps, gels and creams. Injections are large and therefore painful, suppositories/pessaries are very effective, but limited in their application, as are troches/lozenges. This last is also affected by the destruction in the gut and liver, as about 50% is swallowed. Buccal drops share the same fate, progesterone is also very bitter, so not an option for most women. The oral is the least effective route, as much of it is destroyed by the gut and liver. Gels are effective, but generally only used in the vagina, which leaves the creams. These are to my mind the best option, the progesterone they contain is absorbed well, has been found to be as effective as injections and to enter circulation rapidly. It has an advantage over all the other systems as it can be used where needed. On painful areas, particularly good for migraines/headaches, in the vagina for dryness and inflammation, excellent for burns, on the face where it helps with wrinkles and more. It can be used anywhere on the body, as the skin comprises 95% kerotinocytes, these have many progesterone receptor sites. Even hair follicles absorb progesterone well.

The ansy feeling you had was probably caused by oestrogen dominance, for more information on this please see here. As you're 57 you might like to see this page too. Progesterone itself doesn't cause itchiness, so it could be the oestrogen dominance or some other substance in the oral progesterone you were given. If you do decide to use a cream, please use between 100-200mg/day. It does help with sleep, so do tryptophan and inositol, for more info please see here. Progesterone helps with hair loss, so does inositol. The amino acid N-acetyl cysteine also helps, it strengthens hair, nails and skin too, as they comprise about 14% cysteine. Take care, Wray
May 03, 2010
 Menopause/used natural creams/cramping
by: Anonymous

I've had a hysterectomy 17 years ago and tried the natural creams. But when I do they all make me start bloating making my lower stomach very hard and cramping badly. I still have ovaries but not funtioning. I don't have hot flashes am a vegan, eat tofu. I have a lot of dryness.
May 04, 2010
 Menopause/used natural creams/cramping
by: Wray

The 'adverse' reaction you had was caused by excess oestrogen. This can occur when first using any form of progesterone, most disconcerting too. For more info please see here. The dryness can be helped by using some of the progesterone cream in your vagina at night. Take care, Wray
Jun 01, 2010
 Ratio of lotion/cream & soy should I use?
by: ms. endometriosis

Dear Wray, I def need your advice. I have hot flashes, problems sleeping and irritability. I had 9 surgeries in 2 years due to endometriosis destroying my ureter tube along with blood transfusion at Cleveland clinic approx. 8 years ago. Unfortunately only my ovaries are removed and I still have my uterus. Presently I have small fibroids but dr. says surgery not necessary now. I have been on a combi-patch all these years, however, I am supposed to change this 2x per week but I only changed it 1x per week and now 1x every 2 weeks for fear of more surgery due to fibroids growing and concerned endometriosis could grow again although statistics are low for this. Severe pain was in left pelvic area and nerve damage from past surgeries going from groin to bottom of my left foot. Thank God for some type of steriod shot dr. gave me so I can actually go for walks now.

My question to you is what amount of lotion/cream and soy supplements should I use to get the proper equation of both for me? Also what kinds or brands? Desperate need of help! Thank YOU!
Jun 03, 2010
 Ratio of lotion/cream & soy should I use?
by: Wray

I'm really puzzled you are on the patch, as endo is an oestrogen sensitive problem. In fact it shows you have an excess of oestrogen. So do the fibroids, as these are also stimulated by oestrogen. Please see here. And here. You might like to read more about about HRT here.

You say you have severe pain and nerve damage, well progesterone is an excellent anti inflammatory, but I have no idea if it will help in your case. It's worth a try though, as it does help nerves regenerate. Please see here. And here. And here. The amount is difficult to advise, normally between 100-200mg/day is required to have some beneficial affect. But I suspect you would have to use the higher amount of 200mg/day, possibly more, certainly initially. If you do try progesterone, please read here first.

Soy in any form, unless fermented, should be avoided. It slows the thyroid and has oestrogenic properties. For information on a cream please see here. You should also consider taking anti inflammatory nutrients too, 1600mg/day arginine, 1800mg/day N-acetyl cysteine, 2000mg/day taurine, and most important 5000iu's/day vitamin D. Take care, Wray
Jun 04, 2010
 Food sources for progesterone
by: Anonymous

There is a food source called lilac chaste tree which I have just planted and I believe the seeds are the source for progesterone replacement. The nursery I bought it from was Burnt Ridge Nursery in Onalaska Washington 98570. I have grown this tree for such purpose to assist other family members and my self. Search the web for anyone who grows this tree. My tree is an immature tree and has just been planted. No reason why you can't put one in your yard.
Jun 06, 2010
 Food sources for progesterone
by: Wray

Agnus castus has been used for many problems which women suffer from, PMS, mastalgia, menstrual irregularities, fibrocystic breasts, increasing lactation and more. In days gone by it was used by monks to reduce sexual desire, hence it's name 'chasteberry'. It can also reduce prolactin levels, which in turn can cause luteal phase dysfunction, with subsequent problems in embryo implantation. But because it has a mild oestrogenic action, levels of 17 beta-oestradiol can increase. One study found mild ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome occurred in the luteal phase. See here. And here.

If prolactin levels are high both progesterone and the amino acid tyrosine are very affective at suppressing it. To date no progesterone has been found in agnus castus. It's active constituents are found in the fruit and seeds and are the essential oils limonene, cineol, pinene, and sabinene. The iridoid glycosides aucubin, agnuside, and eurostide. The flavonoids casticin, kaempferol, quercetagetin, orientin, and isovitexin. And the diterpenes vitexilactone, rotundifuran, and 6-beta,7 beta-diacetoxy-13-hydroxy-labda-8,14-dien. It also contains several essential fatty acids, including oleic acid, linoleic acid, palmitic acid, and stearic acid. Take care, Wray
Jun 07, 2010
 Please stop eating soy!
by: Anonymous

We all wonder where our autoimmune disorders are coming from and doctors love to prescribe meds to mask the problem. So many of us are simply eating and exposed to too many things in our environment that contain estrogens (soy, flaxseed). There is a long list of Xenoestrogens to avoid. You must have your hormone levels tested! You may find that you have an estrogen dominance over your lack of progesterone which is making your immune system go haywire and attack itself. Fix this balance by avoiding xenoestrogens and possibly using a NATURAL progesterone cream.
Jun 09, 2010
 Please stop eating soy!
by: Wray

Hi there Thanks for your support! I agree completely with you about the dangers of soy. There is more information on this web site for anyone interested in reading about it. Please see here. Take care, Wray
Jun 11, 2010
 Mirena
by: Anonymous

Hi Wray! Thanks for the information you are sharing with us. I had a myemectomy to remove a number of fibroids but after two months realised I still have a couple more fibroids! Just done a scan that has confirmed that and it has sent me into shock. I read somewhere that the Mirena contraceptive device when inserted in the vigina, releases progestogen and in turn reduces both the sizes of the fibroids and the heavy periods. Is that a good option? When you talk of the creams, can my JP prescribe them for me?
Jun 13, 2010
 How do I get creams?
by: Anonymous

I had my first baby 9 months ago and had quite severe post natal depression, prior to this I suffered from really bad pmt. I have been reading up on progesterone deficiency and am not sure if this may be what has caused the PND and PMT. I tried to discuss this with my doctor and he has prescribed Cerazzette which I think is making me feel worse. I asked for a progesterone cream but he said that the Cerazette would be more effective. I now don't know what to do. Can I buy creams over the counter in the UK or do I need a prescription? If I go back to the Drs can I insist on a cream?

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Jun 14, 2010
 Mirena
by: Wray

HI there Fibroids are stimulated by oestrogen, hence the return of yours. And they'll keep returning until the oestrogen is suppressed. For more info please see here. The Mirena does leak a progestogen into the system, this suppresses all ovarian function, so oestrogen production is stopped. Which is why it works, but at the same time no progesterone is made either, not a good thing! You might like to read what all OC's do to us here. I'm not sure where you live, but your doctor can prescribe a progesterone cream. But please make sure you use a high enough amount, between 100-200mg/day progesterone, although fibroids generally need the higher dose to begin with. For more info on how to use a cream please see here. Take care Wray
Jun 16, 2010
 How do I get creams?
by: Wray

Hi there I wouldn't hesitate to say the PMT and PND were caused by a lack of progesterone. I've helped too many recover from both to doubt it. Progesterone drops sharply after birth affecting up to 25% of women, from the baby blues to post natal psychosis. It also doesn't surprise me the contraceptive is making you feel worse. All OC's suppress progesterone levels, yours is already low, making it lower still will not help at all. Please see here. And here. Although you've had your child, please read the web page we have on pregnancy, it might help in your descion. Please read the article by Dr Dalton too. Please see here. Please see the page we have on Natural Antidepressants Take care, Wray
Jun 17, 2010
 Help
by: Sophie

Dear Wray, I wonder if you can suggest something for me?
I have been prescribed Clomid a couple of months ago due to infertility - my progesterone levels are quite low (30 at peak). My FSH is a bit high (usually between 9-10). We also have another issue - my husband has a low sperm count. I have been on Clomid for 4 months and nothing happened.

From next month I am not taking Clomid anymore as although my progestreone levels are now fantastic (60-100 peak) and produce 2-4 eggs/cycle it does thin my endometrium so my doctor suggested to stop. Whilst we are waiting for IVF I would like to somehow naturally boost my progesterone level. I have read a lot of comments on this site. So, if there is no food that contains such hormone and no supplements either what can one do? Please help!
Jun 18, 2010
 Mirena
by: Anonymous

Thanks Wray! You are God sent. I will be seeing a gyna next week regarding the issue. At least I can make an informed decision. I will try the skin cream. Just knowing that there is someone out there who understands what I am going through makes it a lot easier. Thanks once again for the advice. Will keep you posted. Take care.
Jun 20, 2010
 Foods containing progesterone
by: Anonymous

Hi Wray, what is the best way to make hormone balance?
I want to make a balance between oestrogen and progestrone .

Last month I was diagnosed with PCOS. Doctor advised its due to hormonal imbalance so what should be done to make it balance.

Following things I have start doing...
1)Daily Exercise: I'm doing yoga early in morning for 45min to 1 hr.
2)Started eating green vegetables and fruit.
3)Taking low fat diet.
4)Walk in night time (2-3 times in a week)

What more can be done? Plz advise. Is Multi-vitamin supplement helpful ?
Jun 20, 2010
 Help
by: Wray

Hi Sophie Do you have infertility, I wonder! I would say your ovaries are malfunctioning for a reason, and this is usually inflammation. I don't know where you live, but are you getting enough sun? Vitamin D is vital for healthy ovaries and studies have shown it can induce ovulation. A low vitamin D also reduces the benefits of progesterone. Arginine, cysteine and inositol are all probably too low, studies have shown these three also initiate ovulation. It would be far safer, and beneficial too, to try these four nutrients rather than the clomiphene, please see here, and here We do have more info on all this, please see our web page on PCO. Are you stressed, as that inhibits the release of FSH and LH, and subsequent failure of an egg to develop? And your husband, does he consume soy in any form? As that reduces the sperm count, please see here There are some hair products which also reduce sperm count. A low zinc causes it too, please see here, and here. Progesterone is also important for sperm capacitation, please see here. Progesterone is also critical for the female too, please see here. Undoubtedly you will be given it after IVF treatment, as without sufficient no woman will carry a child to term. I'm not sure where you read there are no progesterone supplements as there are plenty and it comes in many forms... injections, suppositories, vaginal tablet, buccal drops, oral caps, troches/lozenges, gels, oils and creams. The creams are generally the preferred delivery system, as the progesterone they contain is absorbed well, and has been found to be as effective as injections and to enter circulation rapidly. They have an advantage over the other systems as they can be used where and when they are needed. On painful areas, particularly on the stomach for menstrual cramps, for migraines/headaches, in the vagina for dryness and inflammation, excellent for burns, on the face etc. They can be used anywhere on the body. The skin comprises 95% kerotinocytes, these have many progesterone receptor sites. For information on how to use them please see here. Take care Wray
Jul 13, 2010
 Progesterone
by: Tat

Hi there, some advice I would like to give. You can't increase progesterone, however, I would look more towards modulation of oestrogen/progesterone.

Look at increasing phytoestrogens.

There is also a product out there apart from from Chase tree to help with oestrogen dominance which is what this is.

Indole-3-carbinol will help reduce oestradiol (bad oestrogen) caused from xeno-oestrogens, OCP etc.
Jul 18, 2010
 Progesterone
by: Wray

Hi Tat It is possible to increase progesterone, there are many delivery systems which enable us to do this, please see Progesterone application methods. I can't agree about increasing phytoestrogens, as they too have an oestrogenic affect, albeit a mild one. Indole-3-carbinol is an excellent antioxidant, with known anti-cancer affects. Take care Wray
Jul 23, 2010
 How to get pregnant?
by: Zara

Dear All, In 2007 I met a man and said to him that I want to have a baby. My period stopped three months after and I thought I was pregnant, but later found I wasn't. My period came back 6-7 months later very heavily and disappeared for the next 6-7 months, and it has been like this up until now, 2010.

I have done numerous blood tests and found that my free androgen index is (14.4)which is twice higher then normal and SHBG is (13)lower then normal.

I never had any contraceptives and am quite a healthy eater. Doctors simply said they don't know the reason. I am still trying to get pregnant knowing that without having a period it is impossible.

Please help! Many Thanks.
Aug 01, 2010
 Soy and Dopamine Receptors
by: Carol

Dear Wray, My husband is having problems with the Dopamine Receptors in his brain - they don't seem to be accepting the optimum amount of Dopamine and this is causing abnormal muscle control in his right foot and dystonia of his neck (movement to the right and downwards). Could it possibly have been the case that Soy had caused his immune system to attack his dopamine receptors? He has always been terribly fond of using soy sauce in his cooking.
Aug 02, 2010
 Whats the real problem?
by: Anonymous

I think that there is much more to this than is presented. The question is, why are we not producing the proper amounts of hormones in our bodies the way nature intended? Why are we producing too little of some and too much of others? I too just got the results of my saliva test. My progesterone was extremely low and my testosterone extremely high. Thru talking to the comp. pharmacist and a little research I find that high levels of stress produces high cortisol which can wreak havoc on the body. But another thing that we over look is our diets. I also found out that I have insulin resistance and that a great majority of Americans have it and don't know it. Just research it and you will be surprised by what you find. We eat way too much sugar, grains, processed food, grain fed meat and meat from animals given antibiotics and hormones to fatten them up. Something has to be done about this and it all begins with awareness. Americans are becoming fatter and sicker and diabetes is a terrible disease that is becoming rampant. Why is nothing being done by the FDA whom I'm sure is aware of this problem?
Aug 16, 2010
 Try castor oil theraphy
by: valli

Dear Carol,

castor oil theraphy will help you in this, http://natural-fertility-info.com/castor-oil-therapy.
Aug 16, 2010
 Sorry Carol I typed the wrong name
by: valli

Sorry Carol my comment is for Zara, the castor oil theraphy is for irregular periods.
Aug 20, 2010
 Soy and Dopamine Receptors
by: Wray

Hi Carol I'm sorry but I've only just come across your question. If it's not too late for an answer here goes. Does he have high prolactin, as this hormone suppresses dopamine? Although prolactin used to be associated with milk production, it's now known to have a many other biological actions. It's also a pro-inflammatory hormone, but you mention no pain. Please see here. Oestrogen increases prolactin, whereas progesterone suppresses it. Oestrogen also suppresses progesterone. It's suspected that dystonia is caused by damage to the CNS, particularly the region of the brain concerned with motor function. Progesterone is neuroprotective, it re-establishes neurotransmission and neuromuscular function in motorneuron disease, another disease that impairs motor function. Parkinson?s disease is another neurodegenerative disorder with loss of melanin-containing neurons in the substantia nigra. Melanin is made from the amino acid tyrosine, so is dopamine, this is often in short supply, does he eat enough protein? Tyrosine also suppresses excess prolactin. Is he depressed, as low tyrosine leads to depression. Space doesn't allow me to give you the many papers on the neuroprotective affects of progesterone, I've given a few, please see here, here, here, here and here. Normally fermented soy foods are fine, but soy does have oestrogenic properties, so it might be an idea to stop using the soy sauce. Has his oestrogen level been checked? If he should consider progesterone, he should start on 10mg/day and increase gradually till he finds the optimum. And tyrosine should be started low at 500mg/day and increased till the optimum is found too. Take care Wray

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