The Effects Of Dietary Supplementation With Isoflavones
July 9, 2009 by Helpful Menopause Tips
Filed under About Menopause
The effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on the lipoprotein profiles of postmenopausal women with mild to moderate hypercholesterolaemia. Effects of supplementation with purified red clover ( Trifolium pratense) isoflavones on plasma lipids and insulin resistance in healthy premenopausal women. The effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on the lipoprotein profiles of post menopausal women with mild to moderate hypercholesterolaemia. The effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on cognitive function in postmenopausal women.
Promensil is a natural dietary isoflavone supplement derived from red clover for women during and after menopause. Promensil and Rimostil are dietary supplements made from red clover, which contains estrogen-like compounds called isoflavones. A study was conducted on 177 women aged 49-65 to determine the effect of red clover-derived isoflavone supplement on bone density. A recent study investigated the effectiveness of a red clover isoflavone supplement on the change in hot flush frequency in postmenopausal women. Tested were supplements containing soy isoflavones, red clover isoflavones and/or black cohosh as well as creams containing progesterone. The effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on the lipoprotein profiles of postmenopausal women with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia.
Effects of supplementation with purified red clover (Trifolium pratense) isoflavones on plasma lipids and insulin resistance in healthy premenopausal women. The effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on the lipoprotein profiles of postmenopausal women with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia. Researchers say dietary supplements containing isoflavones derived from red clover or soy have been heavily marketed as alternative treatments for menopausal symptoms. 17 Further studies are needed to establish the potential interaction of isoflavone supplements from red clover and soy with conjugated estrogens. Effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on ambulatory blood pressure and endothelial function in postmenopausal type 2 diabetes.
The effect of supplementation with isoflavones on plasma lipids and oxidisability of low density lipoprotein in premenopausal women. Effects of the isoflavone supplement on hormonal states in young premenopausal women were studied by cross-over study design. Effects of isoflavone supplements on bone metabolic markers and climacteric symptoms in Japanese women. Randomized placebo-controlled trial of an isoflavone supplement and menopausal symptoms in women. Decreased bone resorption with soy isoflavone supplementation in postmenopausal women. Effects of isoflavone supplement on healthy women. Data from studies on premenopausal women suggest that supplementation of the diet with soy or isoflavones produces weak hormonal effects.
Our soy isoflavone supplement contains 10.73 mg of genistein and 22.25 mg of daidzein per capsule. Cognition: Three human trials have found that soy foods and isoflavone supplements improve certain aspects of cognition. Soy protein and isoflavone supplements have not been adequately researched and, therefore, are not recommended at this time. New onset migraine associated with use of soy isoflavone supplements. There are also isoflavone supplements on the market containing significant amounts of daidzein and genistein, another anti-cancer phytoestrogen found in soy. You can also get a good amount of isoflavones from herbal kudzu supplements contains soy isoflavones.
Effects on menopausal symptoms and acceptability of isoflavone-containing soy powder dietary supplementation. ( Reports of hormonal effects in men from dietary soy or isoflavone supplementation are inconsistent, showing no or weak hormonal effects. Thus, the weight of evidence does not strongly support the view that supplementation of the diet with soy or isoflavones alleviates menopausal symptoms. Table 14.1: Dietary intervention studies reporting a beneficial effect of soy or isoflavone supplementation of the diet on menopausal symptoms. Bioavailability of pure isoflavones in healthy humans and analysis of commercial soy isoflavone supplements. Two of the primary soy isoflavones, genistein and daidzein, are found in many supplements. Another problem, hardly ever discussed, is the variable amounts of isoflavones in soy supplements, and how these differ from the levels in soy foods.
Clinicians and researchers are understandably cautious about recommending isoflavone supplements in the treatment of cancer. Because of the estrogen-like behavior of isoflavones, there’s some concern that isoflavone supplements could cause cancer. A pilot clinical trial of short-term isoflavone supplements in breast cancer patients. A pilot clinical study of short-term isoflavone supplements in breast cancer patients.
Participants will receive an isoflavone supplement and placebo each for 2-months. Volunteers will be randomly assigned to take two different doses of isoflavone supplement or a placebo (sugar pill). Study 1 was a randomised crossover study whereby subjects consumed a placebo or isoflavone supplement for 2 months and crossed over. Study 2 was a parallel design in which subjects consumed a placebo for 1 month and an isoflavone supplement for 3 months.
If the isoflavone supplement is estrogenic via ER, it should up-regulate OTR in a manner similar to that of estrogen. However, the isoflavone supplement significantly decreased the induction of OTR by estrogen in the VMN. Again, if the isoflavone supplement is estrogenic, it should down-regulate ERß mRNA in a manner similar to that of estrogen. Similarly, ingestion of the isoflavone supplement in combination with both estrogen and progesterone significantly decreased female receptive behavior.
Pueraria Mirifica capsule Pueragold THAI FDA. G. 10/2003 (E)
Pueragold is a premuim grade Thai herbal product derived mainly from the White Kwao Krua (Pueraria Mirifica) which contains. Phytoestrogen (Natural Plant Estrogen). This all-natural herbal formula stimulates and rebalances older women and men hormones level.
Pueraria Mirifica CAPSULE Pueragold THAI FDA. G. 10/2003 (E)
ALL Natural Dietary Supplement
High Phytoestrogens (especially isoflavones):
*Reduces Menopausal/Post-Menopausal symptoms
*Increases sensitivity and vitality
*Enhances physical and mental ability
*Darken white hair & increases hair growth
*Alleviates sleep disorder & improves eyesight
*Enhances Breast and Skin Appearance
*Supports Healthy Prostate Function
*Supports Healthy Bone Structure
Ingredients: Pueraria Mirifica and other herbs
Packaging: 60 capsules per box
Recommended Dosage:
Men/Post-Menopausal Women: Take 1 capsule after breakfast and dinner everyday
Precautions: *If should not be used in pregnant women,nursing cervix mothers, or women diagnosed with tumors in estrogen-sensitive organs, e.g., ovary, uterus and breast.
http://www.phuketherb.com/phytoestrogen-natural-plant-estrogen.html
Thanks to Amporn Saechin for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
Promensil is a natural dietary isoflavone supplement derived from red clover for women during and after menopause. Promensil and Rimostil are dietary supplements made from red clover, which contains estrogen-like compounds called isoflavones. A study was conducted on 177 women aged 49-65 to determine the effect of red clover-derived isoflavone supplement on bone density. A recent study investigated the effectiveness of a red clover isoflavone supplement on the change in hot flush frequency in postmenopausal women. Tested were supplements containing soy isoflavones, red clover isoflavones and/or black cohosh as well as creams containing progesterone. The effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on the lipoprotein profiles of postmenopausal women with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia.
Effects of supplementation with purified red clover (Trifolium pratense) isoflavones on plasma lipids and insulin resistance in healthy premenopausal women. The effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on the lipoprotein profiles of postmenopausal women with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia. Researchers say dietary supplements containing isoflavones derived from red clover or soy have been heavily marketed as alternative treatments for menopausal symptoms. 17 Further studies are needed to establish the potential interaction of isoflavone supplements from red clover and soy with conjugated estrogens. Effects of dietary supplementation with isoflavones from red clover on ambulatory blood pressure and endothelial function in postmenopausal type 2 diabetes.
The effect of supplementation with isoflavones on plasma lipids and oxidisability of low density lipoprotein in premenopausal women. Effects of the isoflavone supplement on hormonal states in young premenopausal women were studied by cross-over study design. Effects of isoflavone supplements on bone metabolic markers and climacteric symptoms in Japanese women. Randomized placebo-controlled trial of an isoflavone supplement and menopausal symptoms in women. Decreased bone resorption with soy isoflavone supplementation in postmenopausal women. Effects of isoflavone supplement on healthy women. Data from studies on premenopausal women suggest that supplementation of the diet with soy or isoflavones produces weak hormonal effects.
Our soy isoflavone supplement contains 10.73 mg of genistein and 22.25 mg of daidzein per capsule. Cognition: Three human trials have found that soy foods and isoflavone supplements improve certain aspects of cognition. Soy protein and isoflavone supplements have not been adequately researched and, therefore, are not recommended at this time. New onset migraine associated with use of soy isoflavone supplements. There are also isoflavone supplements on the market containing significant amounts of daidzein and genistein, another anti-cancer phytoestrogen found in soy. You can also get a good amount of isoflavones from herbal kudzu supplements contains soy isoflavones.
Effects on menopausal symptoms and acceptability of isoflavone-containing soy powder dietary supplementation. ( Reports of hormonal effects in men from dietary soy or isoflavone supplementation are inconsistent, showing no or weak hormonal effects. Thus, the weight of evidence does not strongly support the view that supplementation of the diet with soy or isoflavones alleviates menopausal symptoms. Table 14.1: Dietary intervention studies reporting a beneficial effect of soy or isoflavone supplementation of the diet on menopausal symptoms. Bioavailability of pure isoflavones in healthy humans and analysis of commercial soy isoflavone supplements. Two of the primary soy isoflavones, genistein and daidzein, are found in many supplements. Another problem, hardly ever discussed, is the variable amounts of isoflavones in soy supplements, and how these differ from the levels in soy foods.
Clinicians and researchers are understandably cautious about recommending isoflavone supplements in the treatment of cancer. Because of the estrogen-like behavior of isoflavones, there’s some concern that isoflavone supplements could cause cancer. A pilot clinical trial of short-term isoflavone supplements in breast cancer patients. A pilot clinical study of short-term isoflavone supplements in breast cancer patients.
Participants will receive an isoflavone supplement and placebo each for 2-months. Volunteers will be randomly assigned to take two different doses of isoflavone supplement or a placebo (sugar pill). Study 1 was a randomised crossover study whereby subjects consumed a placebo or isoflavone supplement for 2 months and crossed over. Study 2 was a parallel design in which subjects consumed a placebo for 1 month and an isoflavone supplement for 3 months.
If the isoflavone supplement is estrogenic via ER, it should up-regulate OTR in a manner similar to that of estrogen. However, the isoflavone supplement significantly decreased the induction of OTR by estrogen in the VMN. Again, if the isoflavone supplement is estrogenic, it should down-regulate ERß mRNA in a manner similar to that of estrogen. Similarly, ingestion of the isoflavone supplement in combination with both estrogen and progesterone significantly decreased female receptive behavior.
Pueraria Mirifica capsule Pueragold THAI FDA. G. 10/2003 (E)
Pueragold is a premuim grade Thai herbal product derived mainly from the White Kwao Krua (Pueraria Mirifica) which contains. Phytoestrogen (Natural Plant Estrogen). This all-natural herbal formula stimulates and rebalances older women and men hormones level.
Pueraria Mirifica CAPSULE Pueragold THAI FDA. G. 10/2003 (E)
ALL Natural Dietary Supplement
High Phytoestrogens (especially isoflavones):
*Reduces Menopausal/Post-Menopausal symptoms
*Increases sensitivity and vitality
*Enhances physical and mental ability
*Darken white hair & increases hair growth
*Alleviates sleep disorder & improves eyesight
*Enhances Breast and Skin Appearance
*Supports Healthy Prostate Function
*Supports Healthy Bone Structure
Ingredients: Pueraria Mirifica and other herbs
Packaging: 60 capsules per box
Recommended Dosage:
Men/Post-Menopausal Women: Take 1 capsule after breakfast and dinner everyday
Precautions: *If should not be used in pregnant women,nursing cervix mothers, or women diagnosed with tumors in estrogen-sensitive organs, e.g., ovary, uterus and breast.
http://www.phuketherb.com/phytoestrogen-natural-plant-estrogen.html
Thanks to Amporn Saechin for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
Amporn Saechin is the webmaster of the Pueraria Mirifica High Phytoestrogens Isoflavone Supplement rebalances older women and men hormones level Free BREAST SPRAY
$ 40 at http://www.phuketherb.com
Do You Know The Common Symptoms Of Menopause And Perimenopause?
May 28, 2009 by Helpful Menopause Tips
Filed under About Menopause
Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when she stops having her menstruation cycle. For most women this occurs between the ages of 48 and 55. Perimenopause is a transitional time before actual menopause when women begin to experience some of the symptoms associated with menopause although they are still menstruating.
Perimenopause can begin up to five years before menopause. While the woman is still experiencing menstruation, it may become irregular with many months passing between periods. For many women it may take a while to realize that perimenopause has given way to menopause. Medical professionals can now administer tests that determine the stage of menopause currently being experienced and is a viable option for women who want to know if they are indeed going trough menopause or simply suffering from the perimenopause stage. The presence of certain symptoms can also assist in knowing whether or not menopause has set in. The purpose of this article is to discuss the various symptoms experienced by perimenopausal and menopausal women.
Hot flashes are by far the most common symptom for menopausal women, affecting nearly three-fourths of women during perimenopause and menopause. The occurrence of hot flashes can begin during perimenopause but generally become more severe with the onset of actual menopause. Hot flashes feel like an ultra hot flushing through out the face, neck and sometimes the limbs.
Often hot flashes are accompanied by:
headaches
nausea
heart palpitations
sleeplessness and insomnia
urinary incontinence
burning while urinating
discomfort during sexual activity
changes in vaginal appearance and/or discharge
These symptoms are generally attributed to the changes in levels of estrogen in the bodies of women going through perimenopause and menopause. The inconveniences caused by these symptoms can understandably cause moodiness and grumpiness in menopausal women. Social relationships can become strained while the family and friends of these women find it difficult to understand and sympathize with the mood swings and other hormone-induced negativity common in women going through menopause.
There are other symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause that pose greater health risks to women going through these stages of life. These symptoms include the loss of bone density, a rise in bad and total cholesterol levels, and a thinning of the skin. However it is difficult to determine how much of these symptoms are the result of the menopausal stage or simply causes by the natural aging process.
While all of the previously mentioned symptoms can make life uncomfortable or downright miserable for women experiencing perimenopause or actual menopause, there are treatments that can help. Your doctor, medical professional, or pharmacist should be able to recommend several of the treatments available to cope with the symptoms of menopause. Treatments should be thoroughly researched before use and should not be disregarded because they are “natural”, “herbal” or “alternative” treatments according to the FDA.
Thanks to Richard Smart for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
Perimenopause can begin up to five years before menopause. While the woman is still experiencing menstruation, it may become irregular with many months passing between periods. For many women it may take a while to realize that perimenopause has given way to menopause. Medical professionals can now administer tests that determine the stage of menopause currently being experienced and is a viable option for women who want to know if they are indeed going trough menopause or simply suffering from the perimenopause stage. The presence of certain symptoms can also assist in knowing whether or not menopause has set in. The purpose of this article is to discuss the various symptoms experienced by perimenopausal and menopausal women.
Hot flashes are by far the most common symptom for menopausal women, affecting nearly three-fourths of women during perimenopause and menopause. The occurrence of hot flashes can begin during perimenopause but generally become more severe with the onset of actual menopause. Hot flashes feel like an ultra hot flushing through out the face, neck and sometimes the limbs.
Often hot flashes are accompanied by:
headaches
nausea
heart palpitations
sleeplessness and insomnia
urinary incontinence
burning while urinating
discomfort during sexual activity
changes in vaginal appearance and/or discharge
These symptoms are generally attributed to the changes in levels of estrogen in the bodies of women going through perimenopause and menopause. The inconveniences caused by these symptoms can understandably cause moodiness and grumpiness in menopausal women. Social relationships can become strained while the family and friends of these women find it difficult to understand and sympathize with the mood swings and other hormone-induced negativity common in women going through menopause.
There are other symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause that pose greater health risks to women going through these stages of life. These symptoms include the loss of bone density, a rise in bad and total cholesterol levels, and a thinning of the skin. However it is difficult to determine how much of these symptoms are the result of the menopausal stage or simply causes by the natural aging process.
While all of the previously mentioned symptoms can make life uncomfortable or downright miserable for women experiencing perimenopause or actual menopause, there are treatments that can help. Your doctor, medical professional, or pharmacist should be able to recommend several of the treatments available to cope with the symptoms of menopause. Treatments should be thoroughly researched before use and should not be disregarded because they are “natural”, “herbal” or “alternative” treatments according to the FDA.
Thanks to Richard Smart for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
Richard Smart writes for Natural Health Products, Inc and online natural health company specializing in Hot Flash and Menopause Relief.
Body Changes in Perimenopause
May 22, 2009 by Helpful Menopause Tips
Filed under About Menopause
Copyright (c) 2007 Mary Ann Copson
During the Perimenopausal Passage many body systems require special care and support.
Immune functions -Supporting the immune functions buffers against the possible weakening effects of long-term grief on immunity. Women may experience this long-term grief reaction strongly or more subtly as a response to a perceived loss in menstruation or in response to the approach of menopause. Furthermore, it is important to support immune functions because of the possibility that estrogen may make a women’s immune responses so sensitive that they attack her own body tissues.
Pituitary - The pituitary assists in stimulating all the glands of the body and releases FSH and LH. FSH and LH act directly on the ovaries to promote the development and enlargement of the follicles. In the post-menopausal years, the pituitary is responsible for secreting higher levels of FSH and LH. This post-menopausal increased production of FSH and LH results in more consistently elevated brain levels of these two hormones. Some think that these elevated brain levels of FSH and LH acting as neurotransmitters in the brain may be the mechanisms for the increased intuitiveness and awareness of post- menopausal women.
Adrenal glands - In the menopausal years the adrenal glands are important for balanced energy production and for the production of small amounts of testosterone from a precursor hormone called adrostenedione. The secretion of these small amounts of androgens (testosterone being one hormone from this class of hormones) help maintain the female sex drive, build bone and muscle strength and increase vaginal lubrication and elasticity. Androgens promote general well-being for the rest of a women?s life. The production of testosterone is thought by some to facilitate the developing assertiveness in post-menopausal women.
Pancreas - is responsible for the production of balanced sugar levels that may become unbalanced by loss of estrogen. Frequent and rapid changes in blood sugar may play havoc with emotional responses.
Nervous system - The nervous system may need extra support in order to cope with and compensate for the effects of all the hormonal revamping that occurs in menopause.
Brain functions - Memory, concentration, and attention functions may become unbalanced by the changes in hormone levels.
Liver - During the perimenopausal years it is important that the liver is strong and healthy so that it can metabolize and break down estrogen and its by-products. The liver is responsible for transforming the main type of estrogen, called estradiol, into other forms of estrogen. Estradiol in too high amounts or for too prolonged a period of time may be carcinogenic. The liver prevents excessive build-up of estradiol in the blood circulation by inactivating it. When the liver is healthy the conversion of estradiol occurs quite efficiently.
Digestive processes - Poorly functioning digestion stimulates the growth of certain types of bacteria in the intestinal tract. These bacteria chemically change the breakdown products of estrogen into forms that can be reabsorbed back into the body. This elevates the levels of estrone and estradiol in the bloodstream. These elevated levels of estrone and estradiol may be carcinogenic to certain sensitive tissue such as breast, ovarian, and uterine tissue.
Bone cell growth - Maintenance of adequate bone cell growth protects against the development of osteoporosis.
Cardiovascular functions - The decline of estrogen may increase the stress on the cardiovascular functions resulting in increased heart attacks, higher cholesterol levels, and stroke in the menopausal years.
Thyroid - A well-functioning thyroid helps in lessening the severity, frequency, and duration of hot flashes. Healthy thyroid functioning reduces osteoporosis risk and the frequency of numb and cramping legs and feet. A healthy thyroid also reduces edema.
By regenerating and nourishing these and other processes and functions and supporting organs, glands, and cellular functions you can provide your body with the best possible support to navigate successfully through the Perimenopause Passage.
Thanks to Mary Ann Copson for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
During the Perimenopausal Passage many body systems require special care and support.
Immune functions -Supporting the immune functions buffers against the possible weakening effects of long-term grief on immunity. Women may experience this long-term grief reaction strongly or more subtly as a response to a perceived loss in menstruation or in response to the approach of menopause. Furthermore, it is important to support immune functions because of the possibility that estrogen may make a women’s immune responses so sensitive that they attack her own body tissues.
Pituitary - The pituitary assists in stimulating all the glands of the body and releases FSH and LH. FSH and LH act directly on the ovaries to promote the development and enlargement of the follicles. In the post-menopausal years, the pituitary is responsible for secreting higher levels of FSH and LH. This post-menopausal increased production of FSH and LH results in more consistently elevated brain levels of these two hormones. Some think that these elevated brain levels of FSH and LH acting as neurotransmitters in the brain may be the mechanisms for the increased intuitiveness and awareness of post- menopausal women.
Adrenal glands - In the menopausal years the adrenal glands are important for balanced energy production and for the production of small amounts of testosterone from a precursor hormone called adrostenedione. The secretion of these small amounts of androgens (testosterone being one hormone from this class of hormones) help maintain the female sex drive, build bone and muscle strength and increase vaginal lubrication and elasticity. Androgens promote general well-being for the rest of a women?s life. The production of testosterone is thought by some to facilitate the developing assertiveness in post-menopausal women.
Pancreas - is responsible for the production of balanced sugar levels that may become unbalanced by loss of estrogen. Frequent and rapid changes in blood sugar may play havoc with emotional responses.
Nervous system - The nervous system may need extra support in order to cope with and compensate for the effects of all the hormonal revamping that occurs in menopause.
Brain functions - Memory, concentration, and attention functions may become unbalanced by the changes in hormone levels.
Liver - During the perimenopausal years it is important that the liver is strong and healthy so that it can metabolize and break down estrogen and its by-products. The liver is responsible for transforming the main type of estrogen, called estradiol, into other forms of estrogen. Estradiol in too high amounts or for too prolonged a period of time may be carcinogenic. The liver prevents excessive build-up of estradiol in the blood circulation by inactivating it. When the liver is healthy the conversion of estradiol occurs quite efficiently.
Digestive processes - Poorly functioning digestion stimulates the growth of certain types of bacteria in the intestinal tract. These bacteria chemically change the breakdown products of estrogen into forms that can be reabsorbed back into the body. This elevates the levels of estrone and estradiol in the bloodstream. These elevated levels of estrone and estradiol may be carcinogenic to certain sensitive tissue such as breast, ovarian, and uterine tissue.
Bone cell growth - Maintenance of adequate bone cell growth protects against the development of osteoporosis.
Cardiovascular functions - The decline of estrogen may increase the stress on the cardiovascular functions resulting in increased heart attacks, higher cholesterol levels, and stroke in the menopausal years.
Thyroid - A well-functioning thyroid helps in lessening the severity, frequency, and duration of hot flashes. Healthy thyroid functioning reduces osteoporosis risk and the frequency of numb and cramping legs and feet. A healthy thyroid also reduces edema.
By regenerating and nourishing these and other processes and functions and supporting organs, glands, and cellular functions you can provide your body with the best possible support to navigate successfully through the Perimenopause Passage.
Thanks to Mary Ann Copson for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
Mary Ann Copson is the founder of the Evenstar Mood & Energy Wellness Center for Women. With Master’s Degrees in Human Development and Psychology & Counseling, Mary Ann is a Certified Licensed Nutritionist; Certified Holistic Health Practitioner; Brain Chemistry Profile Clinician; and a Health, Wellness and Lifestyle Coach. Dedicated to help make your Perimenopause Passage the best time of your life at http://evenstaronline.com/perimenopause.html
Why does menopause cause women to be a little mean?How long does menopause last?
May 4, 2009 by Helpful Menopause Tips
Filed under More Menopause Answers
Can you answer Kate-Ann’s question about Menopause?:
Why does menopause cause meanness?
I notice that women tend to be a little mean when going through “the change”
Why?
How long does menopause last?
Women are kind of crazy during menopause.
My mom sure is moody lately.I can’t wait for her to be done.I don’t live with my parents but when I visit she can be a little mean sometimes lately.
How long does it last?
Why are menopausal women so mean?
Menopause Natural Remedies
Why does menopause cause meanness?
I notice that women tend to be a little mean when going through “the change”
Why?
How long does menopause last?
Women are kind of crazy during menopause.
My mom sure is moody lately.I can’t wait for her to be done.I don’t live with my parents but when I visit she can be a little mean sometimes lately.
How long does it last?
Why are menopausal women so mean?
Menopause Natural Remedies
Transdermal Progesterone
April 27, 2009 by Helpful Menopause Tips
Filed under Hormones, Estrogen & Hysterectomy
Dr. John Lee, a modern women’s healthcare advocate, recommended use of progesterone cream in menopausal and pre-menopausal women to alleviate symptoms and in place of conventional hormone replacement therapy. Unfortunately, he passed away last October, but his studies are still the benchmark for menopausal care. To best reproduce the natural physiologic release of hormones by the body, the Transdermal Delivery System was developed. Progesterone is combined with other natural ingredients and applied to the thin skinned areas of the body where it can be easily absorbed. Transfer agents can be used but they are not easily or effectively absorbed - they are not recommended because by chemistry they disrupt or interfere with the progesterone absorption process.
Dr. Lee further suggested that progesterone and other hormone levels be measured to develop a personal baseline. Hormones can be measured at home, with just a swab of saliva. The levels should be monitored until you find the right one for you. Keep a record of your findings, along with how you’re feeling, because often a doctor only reads the lab test results when, in reality, it’s how you actually feel which determines a course of treatment. The dose of progesterone that your body most likely produced in your twenties and thirties is about 20-24mg.
Progesterone can be taken orally, but usually less than 20% can be effectively utilized by the body. It must be absorbed by the intestines, pass into the portal vein system and go through the liver, where it is metabolized and excreted in bile. Thus a much higher dose is needed, probably between 100-400 mg per day. When a dose that big is consumed it results in a surge of progesterone that peaks in one or two hours, followed by a rapid decline and low levels for the rest of the day, which is not effective. Levels of progesterone peak even faster when sublingual drops or suppositories are used. The blood progesterone level spikes upward within 20 minutes because it is absorbed quickly through the membranes. Again, within an hour and a half levels fall drastically. Most importantly, the above two methods do not reflect the (natural) way progesterone is actually delivered in the body.
The level of progesterone in the saliva is maintained for eight or more hours when the Transdermal method of delivery is used. Optimal results are seen if the cream is applied twice a day. The pump on the container administers a consistent amount of progesterone cream. The product is never exposed to the environment until it is on your skin, so it remains pure.
Progesterone creams delivered transdermally are found to provide the following major benefits:
- Protection against endometriosis
- Acts as a natural antidepressant
- Restores sex drive
- Protects against bone loss and osteoporosis
- May help prevent breast cancer
- Helps use fat for energy
The following benefits may also be available:
- Facilitates thyroid hormone action
- Protects against fibrocystic breasts
- Normalizes blood sugar levels
- Normalizes zinc and copper levels
- Improves sleep patterns
- Normalizes blood clotting
- Restores proper oxygen cell levels
- Acts as a natural diuretic
- Reduces post partum depression
Transdermal means through the skin absorption and is thought to be the most effective delivery method for progesterone cream formulations.
Thanks to John Russell for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
Dr. Lee further suggested that progesterone and other hormone levels be measured to develop a personal baseline. Hormones can be measured at home, with just a swab of saliva. The levels should be monitored until you find the right one for you. Keep a record of your findings, along with how you’re feeling, because often a doctor only reads the lab test results when, in reality, it’s how you actually feel which determines a course of treatment. The dose of progesterone that your body most likely produced in your twenties and thirties is about 20-24mg.
Progesterone can be taken orally, but usually less than 20% can be effectively utilized by the body. It must be absorbed by the intestines, pass into the portal vein system and go through the liver, where it is metabolized and excreted in bile. Thus a much higher dose is needed, probably between 100-400 mg per day. When a dose that big is consumed it results in a surge of progesterone that peaks in one or two hours, followed by a rapid decline and low levels for the rest of the day, which is not effective. Levels of progesterone peak even faster when sublingual drops or suppositories are used. The blood progesterone level spikes upward within 20 minutes because it is absorbed quickly through the membranes. Again, within an hour and a half levels fall drastically. Most importantly, the above two methods do not reflect the (natural) way progesterone is actually delivered in the body.
The level of progesterone in the saliva is maintained for eight or more hours when the Transdermal method of delivery is used. Optimal results are seen if the cream is applied twice a day. The pump on the container administers a consistent amount of progesterone cream. The product is never exposed to the environment until it is on your skin, so it remains pure.
Progesterone creams delivered transdermally are found to provide the following major benefits:
- Protection against endometriosis
- Acts as a natural antidepressant
- Restores sex drive
- Protects against bone loss and osteoporosis
- May help prevent breast cancer
- Helps use fat for energy
The following benefits may also be available:
- Facilitates thyroid hormone action
- Protects against fibrocystic breasts
- Normalizes blood sugar levels
- Normalizes zinc and copper levels
- Improves sleep patterns
- Normalizes blood clotting
- Restores proper oxygen cell levels
- Acts as a natural diuretic
- Reduces post partum depression
Transdermal means through the skin absorption and is thought to be the most effective delivery method for progesterone cream formulations.
Thanks to John Russell for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:
John Russell of IH Distribution, LLC brings you health, anti-aging and skin care products from around the world. Find fabulous skin care tips and great articles on a wide range of topics for women at http://www.hormones-beauty-health.com Don’t forget to check out their newly re-launched newsletter - filled with information you won’t find anywhere else.
