Natural progesterone in a moisturizing
cream can be applied to the face, neck, chest, inner arms, palms of the
hands, and the soles of the feet. Our Natural Progesterone
Cream can be applied to the same capillary beds for as long as needed. The
cream is readily absorbed and leaves no trace after a few minutes. During
absorption, the progesterone bypasses the liver and goes to specific receptor
sites.
PLEASE NOTE: Everyone is different. Some women
require more progesterone cream to help alleviate symptoms, while others
can use less. For the first 3 months, use one 2 oz. jar per month. Next
try cutting back on the amount of natural progesterone each month until
estrogen dominant symptoms occur. Then return to the last dosage used
without symptoms.
According to Dr. John R. Lee, use
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon two times per day for the following:
PMS: Start
applying cream 12 days after the first day of your period and continue through
day 26 or 28 (depending on length of cycle).
Premenopause:
Start applying cream 8 days after the first day
of your period and use through day 26 or 28.
Irregular Periods: Start
applying cream 10 days after first day of your period and stop on day 28.
If your period begins before day 28, discontinue use. Start counting to
day 10 and resume use and stop on day 28. It may take 3 to 6 months to regulate
the cycle.
Hysterectomies, Menopause,
or Post menopause or Osteoperosis: Use 1/8 to
1/4 teaspoon two times a day for 25 consecutive days. Stop for five days
and resume use. Repeat monthly.
Men: Use 1/8
teaspoon two times per day. All of the time. No break is needed.
What exactly is
Natural Progesterone Cream and how does it differ from synthetic progesterone?
Natural progesterone is derived from
diosgenin obtained from an organic tubar (Mexican Wild Yams). Through a
laboratory process, diosgenin is synthesized into the progesterone molecule
identical to progesterone in the body. Pharmaceutical manufacturers alter
the chemical makeup of progesterone in order to create synthetic progestins.
Progestins in their altered molecular structure are not natural to the body
and may cause many side effects.
Can Natural Progesterone
help with fibrocystic breasts?
According to Dr. John R. Lee, fibrocystic
breasts are merely a sign of estrogen dominance (relatively high estrogen
levels and low progesterone levels); therefore, using physiological doses
of progesterone may eliminate fibrocystic breasts in a few months.
Can
I use Natural Progesterone if there is family history of breast or uterine
cancer?
Dr. Lee recommends it in his books
on menopause, premenopause and breast cancer. Breast cancer and endometrial
cancer are two cancers that are related to gonadal (estogens, progesterone,
and testosterone) hormones. the cancers occur in tissues sensitive to these
gonadal hormones. Unopposed estrogen is the only known cause of endometrial
caner, though there may be other factors involved. Unopposed estrogens are
also thought to contribute to breast cancer.
I am already taking
hormones from my doctor, why should I switch to Natural Progesterone?
Dr. Lee mentions in his books that
natural hormones are simply an alternative to hormone replacement therapy
(HRT). Synthetic progesterone (known as progestins) has many side effects
and synthetic estrogen may be dangerous to your health, especially if taken
without natural progesterone. If someone is taking estrogen (HRT), a gradual
step is to start natural progesterone cream and gradually reduce the estrogen
dose. Reduce estrogen by one half every month for three months then discontinue
use of estrogen.
**If you are using birth control
pills or injections, it is important that you discontinue use when you
start Natural Progesterone.
I'm postmenopausal,
will I start menstruating again if I use natural hormones?
Occasionally, upon beginning
use of natural hormone supplementation, a postmenopausal woman could experience
some breakthrough bleeding or a "period." This is a perfectly
normal response and is nothing to cause alarm. The progesterone is simply
causing the body to rid itself of excess stored estrogen which can some
times stimulate a uterine shedding, thus break through bleeding. It may
take 3 to 6 months to regulate your cycle.
I have facial
hair, especially above my upper lip, that requires shaving occasionally,
what causes this?
This is a condition called
"hirsutism" (defined as excessive growth of facial and body hair).
It indicates that there is a hormonal imbalance between estrogen, testosterone
(the dominant male hormone) and progesterone. Progesterone acts as a regulator
for the entire endocrine system. A woman who has the hirsute problem probably
has PMS, too. Both menopausal and menstruating women have reported that
facial hair (and body hair) decreased or completely disappeared after three
to six months of regular application of cream as previously described. Natural
progesterone is needed to effect proper hormonal balance.
Is Natural Progesterone
useful after a hysterectomy and for menopausal women?
Many women experience hot flashes following
a premenopausal hysterectomy and in the beginning of the natural onset of
menopause. Natural progesterone may be effective for relieving hot flashes.
Many women have reported a complete cessation of flushing within 3 to 8
weeks.
Is Natural Progesterone
indicated for osteoporosis?
Many medical authorities tell
female patients who are postmenopausal that osteoporosis is inevitable.
John R. Lee, MD, has proven this often repeated statement is simply untrue.
The results of his ongoing clinical study with women are noteworthy. Patients
have experienced new bone density ranging from 5 to 40 percent for women
who have used natural progesterone cream from 6 to 48 months. His results
also indicated this therapy is successful even several decades after menopause.
One of his elderly patients has been using for many years and has a greater
than 50 percent new bone density as proven by dualphoton absorptiometry.
Dr. Lee has found osteoporosis may be prevented or reversible in many cases.
Vaginal dryness can occur in women
of all ages for various reasons, but it is primarily present in postmenopausal
women. Natural hormones in a cream base can be used intra vaginally and has
been very successful in treating vaginal dryness and vulvar atrophy associated
with aging.
Are there any
other benefits of Natural Progesterone use?
Additional benefits for
women include: improved brain function, diminished muscular aches and pains,
improvement of skin problems including acne, seborrhea, rosacea, psoriasis
and keratoses, and improved sleep pattern.
* - John R. Lee, M.D. does not endorse any
one brand of progesterone cream, nor does he make money from the sale
of any progesterone cream. Using Dr. Lee's name does not imply in any
way that Dr. Lee endorses or recommends this progesterone product or any
other product.
POTENTIAL
SIDE EFFECTS OF NATURAL PROGESTERONE:NONE
POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS OF MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE (PROVERA): An abbreviated list from the 2003 Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR)
Side
effects of Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (Provera) may include:
Acne, anaphylaxis (life-threatening
allergic reaction), blood clot in a vein, lungs, or brain, breakthrough
bleeding (between menstrual periods), breast tenderness or sudden or excessive
flow of milk, cervical erosion or changes in secretions, depression, excessive
growth of hair, fever, fluid retention, hair loss, headache, hives, insomnia,
itching, lack of menstruation, menstrual flow changes, spotting, nausea,
rash, skin discoloration, sleepiness, weight gain or loss, yellowed eyes
and skin.
Warnings
* Provera may cause some degree of fluid retention.
* Provera may mask the onset of menopause.
* Provera may make you depressed, especially if you have suffered from depression
in the past.
* If you are diabetic, Provera could make your diabetes worse; your doctor
will want to watch you closely while you are taking this drug.
* There is some concern that Provera, like birth control pills, may increase
your risk for a blood clot in a vein.
* Tell your doctor right away if you lose some or all of your vision or
you start seeing double.
* You should not take Provera during pregnancy.
* Provera appears in breast milk. If you are a new mother, you may need
to choose between taking Provera and breastfeeding your baby.
* Cancer of the breast or genital organs
* Liver disease or a liver condition
* A dead fetus still in the uterus
* Undiagnosed bleeding from the vagina
* Do not take Provera during your first 4 months of pregnancy. Doctors
now believe that this treatment is not only ineffective, but also
potentially harmful to the baby.
* Do not take Provera if you have, or have ever developed blood clots. Avoid it, too, if it gives you an allergic reaction.
When
taken with Estrogens, the following have been observed:
* Rise in blood pressure, headache, dizziness,
nervousness, fatigue
* Changes in sex drive, hirsutism and loss of scalp hair, decrease
in T3 uptake values
* Premenstrual-like syndrome, changes in appetite
* Cystitis-like syndrome (urinary tract infections)
* Erythema multiforme, erythema nodosum, hemorrahagic eruption, itching
Creates proliferative endometrium
Causes breast stimulation
Increases body fat
Salt and fluid retention
Depression and headaches
Interferes with thyroid hormone
Increases blood clotting
Decreases sex drive
Impairs blood sugar control
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 gallbladder disease
Increases risk of auto-immune disorders
Maintains secretory endometrium
Protects against fibrocystic breasts
Helps use fat for energy
Natural diuretic
Natural antidepressant
Facilitates thyroid hormone
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
Necessary for survival of embryo
Precursor of corticosteroids
Natural Glycerin- is
used as a moisturizer and humectant to replace moisture in the skin.
Simugel- is a plant-based
thickener used to give the cream its consistency and smoothness.
Vitamin E- is considered
the most important oil, soluble antioxidant and free radical scavenger.
As a moisturizer, vitamin E is well absorbed through the skin and derived
from alfalfa and wheat.
Coconut Oil- is a clear
liquid that is used to dissolve and deliver active ingredients. It spreads
well and has a soft non-greasy feel.
Natural Progesterone- derived
from the Mexican wild yam root. These sterols are processed through several
fermentation steps to yield progesterone which is identical to progesterone
produced by the human body. Uber Balance Progesterone Cream
contains 960mg of natural progesterone per 2 oz. jar.
Aloe Vera- has softening, healing, and
anti-inflammatory properties. Its moisturizing ability is its most widely
recognized characteristic. Aloe vera penetrates the skin, supplying moisture
directly to the tissue.
Grapefruit Seed Extract-
is a natural food grade preservative.
Vitamin A- is known as a
skin "normalizer". It acts as an antikeratinizing agent, helps
the skin stay soft and plump. Clinical studies with vitamin A palmitate
indicate a significant change in collagen, DNA, skin thickness and elasticity.
Vitamin A palmitate's stability is superior to retinol.
Saw Palmetto Berries- help
rebuild the body by feeding the endocrine system to rebuild atrophies
flesh. Saw palmetto berries can help rebuild sexual reproductive organs,
such as atrophied testicles in elderly men, and saw palmetto berries have
been known to increase the size of small breasts in women. One remarkable
characteristic of saw palmetto berries is the great nutritional value
it has on any kind of wasting disease. Additionally they will increase
flesh and strength.
Cramp Bark - is used as an antidote to
muscular spasms of my kind, epileptic seizures, all types of nervous disorders,
severe menstrual pain during periods or labor pain during birth. Cramp
bark is an excellent uterine sedative and is the best relaxant for the
ovaries and uterus.
Sarsaparilla- contains vitamins
A, B-complex, C, and D. Also the minerals iron, manganese, sodium, silicon,
sulfur, copper, zinc, and iodine. Sarsaparilla contains the amino acid
methionine and cyctein. Sarsaparilla helps strengthen the nerve fibers
and tissue of the brain, spinal cord, lungs and throat and is especially
good for removing heavy metallic contaminants from the blood, which are
received through the nostrils in foul, smog filled air of urban areas.
Carrot Oil- used since the sixteenth century for skin diseases
due to its believed cleansing, depurative and draining properties. This
carotene rich emollient has been indicated for acne skin conditions, dermatitis,
skin irritation, skin rashes and wrinkles; derived form the carrot root.
Lemon Grass Oil- is an astringent and tonic
distilled from the leaves of the lemon grasses.
