Do you have low Progesterone?
Progesterone is a critical hormone our bodies require to function well. It is needed for fertility, thyroid health, weight management, and just to feel good in general. When you don’t have enough progesterone - or the progesterone you have is overtaken by estrogen, a whole range of negative symptoms can develop which can have a very serious impact on our health. This issue is often misunderstood or missed completely by medical professionals and can lead to inadequate or unnecessary treatment. What are some of the symptoms of low progesterone? Fertility issues (difficulty conceiving, miscarriages) A history of PCOS (PolyCystic Ovary Syndrome) Low thyroid function Intense PMS Low libido Unexplained, irrational or uncontrollable emotions Changes in menstrual cycle Progesterone levels can also be severely affecting after childbirth, and during perimenopause and menopause. One of the most common issues that affects progesterone levels is when the levels of estrogen become too high, leading to ‘estrogen dominance’ Estrogen dominance