Progesterone

Progesterone and Weight Gain: What the Dose-Dependent Data Actually Says

by
Progesterone and weight gain infographic showing metabolic benefits and insulin sensitivity data for bio-identical hormones.

If you’ve recently started progesterone therapy—whether for menopause, IVF, perimenopause, or cycle regulation—you might have noticed a shift on the scale and asked yourself: does progesterone cause weight gain? The relationship between progesterone and weight gain is more nuanced than a simple “yes” or “no,” and the answer is highly dose-dependent.

🧠 A note from Carol

I’m a functional medicine practitioner, and I’ve spent years helping women separate hormone fact from hormone fiction. Here’s what surprises most of my new patients: the thing they’ve been blaming for their weight gain (progesterone) is often not the real problem at all. I wrote this article to give you the data — and a fresh perspective.

If something here resonates with your own experience, let’s talk.
👉 Book a 15-minute consult

Read more

Progesterone and Adrenaline: Calm vs. Fight or Flight

by
A light-toned medical illustration on a parchment-style background depicting the hormonal balance between progesterone and adrenaline. The left side features soft blue neural pathways and a brain labeled "Progesterone: Calm & Relaxation." The right side shows warm orange energy lines and adrenal glands labeled "Adrenaline: Fight-or-Flight." A central yin-yang symbol connects the two sides, illustrating a state of equilibrium.

What comes to mind when you think of stress? For most of us, it’s adrenaline — the hormone that primes our body for “fight or flight,” increasing heart rate and sharpening our senses. But what counterbalances this powerful system? The answer, lies in an unexpected source: progesterone. This article explores the fascinating science of how progesterone and adrenaline interact, creating a dynamic interplay that affects mood, anxiety, and overall resilience.

Read more

Why DHT Blockers Cause Insomnia & Anxiety: How Progesterone Solves the 5-Alpha Paradox

by
Infographic showing how 5-alpha reductase converts progesterone into allopregnanolone for sleep and mood, and how DHT blockers disrupt this pathway.

In the pursuit of optimized health, hormonal balance, and aesthetic preservation, the enzyme 5-alpha reductase (5-AR) often plays the role of the villain. It is the biological catalyst responsible for converting testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the potent androgen blamed for male pattern baldness, acne, and prostate enlargement. Consequently, a massive market has emerged for “DHT blockers”—ranging from pharmaceutical heavyweights like finasteride to natural pantry staples like pumpkin seeds, zinc, and saw palmetto.

Read more

Progesterone-Induced Dizziness: Is Allopregnanolone Spinning Your World?

by
dizzy dirty blonde woman in blue shirt holding her head and closing her eyes

If you’ve felt unusually drowsy, dizzy, or mentally foggy after taking progesterone, the neurosteroid allopregnanolone may be the reason. This powerful metabolite of progesterone influences brain function, mood, and stress response, but its calming effects can sometimes feel overwhelming. In this article, we explore what allopregnanolone is, why it causes side effects like dizziness, what factors influence its activity, and how to support your body’s ability to metabolize it effectively.

Read more

Magnesium Deficiency: The Silent Saboteur of Your Health

by
a group of people symbolically demonstrating the value of preventing magnesium deficiency and the benefits of supplementation including better sleep and energy

Magnesium fuels over 300 enzymatic reactions, aiding muscle function, nerve signaling, energy production, and hormone regulation. Consequently, its deficiency often escapes notice due to subtle signs and testing limits. This article, therefore, dives into magnesium supplements, deficiency symptoms, and reliable assessment methods.

Read more

Terms and Conditions - Privacy Policy