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adrenaline, serotonin, and dopamine. It will also cause poor metabo-
lism of some vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids and will overstimulate
the body, causing paranoia, anxiety, palpitations, hot and cold sweats,
shaking, and lowered blood sugar.
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deficiency interferes with the successful breakdown of tryptophan
and other mood-balancing and mood-enhancing chemicals in the
brain. Menopausal symptoms can reflect this problem but also others,
including loss of bone density, lack of vaginal secretions, and many
more.
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appears in great concentration, together with other steroid hor-
mones, whenever the body is damaged by physical trauma, chemical
action, or illness. This estrogen surge possibly serves as a stimulus or
catalyst for cellular growth and body repair.
encourages the development of female hormones in pubescent girls.
Progesterone
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is the precursor of the other sex hormones, estrogen and testosterone.
is the predominant hormone in the second phase of the menstrual cycle,
acting to maintain any fertilized eggs.
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mainly prepares for and supports pregnancy (in fact, the word proges-
terone is derived from Latin words meaning “supporting gestation”).
Without it, spontaneous abortion can take place. It is vital for the
survival of the embryo and fetus throughout gestation.
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protects against breast fibrocysts and endometrial and breast cancers.
is a natural diuretic and can alleviate a premenstrual bloated feeling.
helps use fat for energy: fat is built by estrogen, progesterone works
to balance this production.
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is a natural antidepressant—lack of it will bring on apathy, sluggishness,
and depression. But an excessive amount of progesterone may also
cause depression, lack of concentration, and weepiness.
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helps thyroid action and resulting energy levels.
normalizes blood clotting. If clots are seen during menstruation, pro-
gesterone herbs will help.
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helps normalize blood sugar levels; often premenstrual sugar cravings
mean that there is too little progesterone available.
normalizes zinc and copper levels, which are especially vital for the
immune system.
stimulates bone growth, which is vital for the development of chil-
dren and to prevent osteoporosis in later life.
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