Estrogen dominance permeates the discussion of hormone therapy and balance, it is not a medical term. Dr. John Lee first introduced the idea of estrogen dominance. It didn’t matter if estrogen levels were too high or normal or even too low. If progesterone was low relative to the estrogen effect, then one could suffer from … Read more
The history of hormone therapies has rich and fascinating past. These therapies, which involve the use of hormones to treat various medical conditions, have evolved significantly over time, with advancements in medical science and technology. History of Hormone Therapies The process of hormone isolation involves extracting specific hormones from bodily fluids or tissues and purifying … Read more
Testing for steroid hormones. Most practitioners wish to get an idea of their patient’s steroid hormone status. They would further like to confirm that there is a positive result which can be demonstrate by rechecking testing. Commercial labs are available to provide measurement of hormones in blood, saliva, urine and even hair and fingernails. To … Read more
Hot flashes, a symptom of menopause believed to be an effect of hormone deficiencies, may now be treated with a potent and highly addictive SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) that has extremely dangerous side effects, including suicidal thoughts. It is time for the “silver tsunami” that is the powerful baby boomer demographic to wake up … Read more
Too much progesterone, how much is too much? During the last trimester of pregnancy, women can reach levels of progesterone in the serum as high as 200-300 ng/ml and more. During the luteal phase, getting to a level of 20 to 30 ng/ml is usual. Most women feel amazing during the last three months of … Read more