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| Am I a Candidate for Natural Progesterone Cream? |
| Where do I apply Natural Progesterone Cream? |
| When do I use Natural Progesterone Cream? |
| What exactly is Natural Progesterone Cream and how does it differ from synthetic progesterone? |
| Can Natural Progesterone help with fibrocystic breasts? |
| Can I use Natural Progesterone if there is family history of breast or uterine cancer? |
| I am already taking hormones from my doctor, why should I switch to Natural Progesterone? |
| I'm postmenopausal, will I start menstruating again if I use natural hormones? |
| I have facial hair, especially above my upper lip, that requires shaving occasionally, what causes this? |
| Is Natural Progesterone Cream useful after a hysterectomy and for menopausal women? |
| Is Natural Progesterone Cream indicated for osteoporosis? |
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| "Am I a Candidate for Progesterone Cream?" |
| YES, you could be could if you experience any of these signs: |
- Acceleration of the aging process
- Allergies (asthma, hives, rashes)
- Auto-immune disorders
- Breast tenderness (cysts, lumps)
- Cervical dysplasia
- Decreased sex drive
- Sadness with anxiety, agitation or panic
- Fat gain around abdomen, hips and thighs
- Fatigue
- Fibrocystic breasts
- Digestion disfunction
- Hair Loss
- Headaches
- Hot Flashes
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- Low or High Blood Sugar
- Inability to focus or memory loss
- Increased blood clotting (risk of strokes)
- Infertility or Miscarriage
- Irregular menstrual periods
- Irritability or Mood swings
- Insomnia
- Pre menopausal bone loss
- PMS
- Prostate Inflammation
- Sluggish metabolism
- Uterine fibroids
- Water retention, bloating
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| "Where do I apply Natural Progesterone Cream?" |
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. According to Dr. John R. Lee, during absorption, the progesterone
bypasses the liver and goes to specific receptor sites.
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. |
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| "When do I use Natural Progesterone Cream?" |
| According to Dr. John R. Lee, use 1/8 to 1/4
teaspoon of Natural Progesterone Cream 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). |
| Men: Use 1/8 teaspoon two
times per day, continually, no break is needed. |
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| "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. |
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| "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. |
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| "Can I use Natural Progesterone if there is family history of breast or uterine cancer?"
(See Reference *1) |
| Dr. Lee recommends it in his books What Your Doctor may not tell you about, Menopause,
Premenopause and Breast Cancer. Breast cancer and endometrial cancer are
two cancers that are related to gonadal (estrogens, progesterone, and testosterone)
hormones. These cancers occur in tissues sensitive to gonadal hormones.
Unopposed estrogen is the only known cause of endometrial cancer, though
there may be other factors involved. Unopposed estrogens are also thought
to contribute to breast cancer. |
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| "I am already taking hormones prescribed by 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.
We recommend you work with your Health Care Professional.
*If you are using birth control pills or injections, it is important to discontinue use
when you start Natural Progesterone. |
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| "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. |
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| "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 experiences
PMS, as well. 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. |
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| "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. |
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| "Is Natural Progesterone indicated for osteoporosis?"
(See Reference *2) |
| Many medical authorities tell female patients
who are postmenopausal that osteoporosis is inevitable. John R. Lee, M.D.,
has proven this often repeated statement is simply untrue. The results of
his ongoing clinical study with women are noteworthy. Patients experienced
new bone density ranging from 5 to 40 percent for women who have used natural
progesterone cream for 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 Natural Progesterone Cream 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. |
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| * - 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. |
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| Natural Progesterone vs. Progestins: |
* Side Effects
* Warnings
* Do not take Provera if you have:
* When taken with Estrogens, the following have occurred:
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| 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. |
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| 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.
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| Do not take Provera if you have: |
- 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.
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| 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
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| Estrogen vs. Natural Progesterone:
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| Estrogen Effects |
Progesterone Effects: |
- 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
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- Maintains secretory endometrium
- Helps use fat for energy
- Restores sex drive
- Normalizes zinc and copper levels
- Restores proper cell oxygen levels
- Stimulates osteoblast bone building
- Restores normal vascular tone
- Necessary for survival of embryo
- Precursor of corticosteroids
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| Ingredients: |
Heartland Essential Body Cream
Uber Balance Progesterone Cream
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| Heartland Essential Body Cream |
- Natural Glycerin - is used as a moisturizer and humectant to replace moisture in the skin.
- 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 is derived from alfalfa and wheat.
- 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. Heartland Essential Body Cream contains 960mg of Natural Progesterone per 2 oz. jar.
- Aloe Vera - historically has been known for its has softening properties. Its moisturizing ability is its most
widely recognized characteristic.
- Avocado Oil - has been used to mobilize and increase the collagen of connective tissue. Avocado Oil has a high penetration rate when used form moisturizing the skin.
- Rosemary Extract - is a natural food grade preservative.
- Stearic Acid - is used an emulsifying agent.
- Vitamin A Palmitate - is known as a skin "normalizer". It acts as an anti-keratinizing agent, helping the skin stay soft and plump.
Clinical studies with vitamin A indicate a significant change in collagen, DNA skin thickness, and elasticity. Vitamin A's stability is superior to retinol.
- 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.
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| Uber Balance Progesterone Cream |
- Purified Water
- 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 is derived from alfalfa and wheat.
- Coconut Oil - -is a clear liquid
that is used to dissolve and deliver active ingredients. It is smooth
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 - 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 - are rich in nutrients that can nourish the endocrine (glandular) and reproductive system of the body.
Historically these berries have shown the ability to increase and equalize breast size for women and be helpful as an aphrodisiac.
- Cramp Bark - contains the minerals potassium, calcium and magnesium needed for the muscular, nervous and urinary systems of the body.
Historically Cramp Bark has been known for its beneficial relaxing and sedative effects for the body.
- Sarsaparilla - contains vitamins
A, B-complex, C, and D. Also the minerals iron, manganese, sodium, silicon,
sulfur, copper, zinc, and iodine. Sarsaparilla was originally brought to Europe in the 15th century by Spanish explorers and used as a blood purifier.
Sarsaparilla helps to support the immune and digestive systems of the body. The popular history of sarsaparilla includes the use of this herb for skin inflammations.
- Carrot Oil - is derived from the carrot root. This oil has been used since the sixteenth century for skin problems due to its believed
cleansing and nourishing properties. This carotene rich emollient oil has been used historically for skin conditions, irritations, rashes and wrinkles.
- Lemon Grass Oil - is a tonic distilled from the
leaves of the lemon grasses.
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