Progesterone-Induced Dizziness: Is Allopregnanolone Spinning Your World?

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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.

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Magnesium Deficiency: The Silent Saboteur of Your Health

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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.

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Hormone Therapy for Pain Management

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Hormone therapy for pain management is a topic not well documented. In this article, we’ll attempt to fill in those gaps. Hormones are powerful chemical messengers in the body, influencing everything from mood to metabolism. One of their lesser-known but critical roles is in pain management. By modulating pain perception, inflammation, and stress responses, hormones can significantly impact how we experience and cope with pain. This article explores the key hormones involved in pain management, their mechanisms, and emerging therapies like oxytocin and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that offer hope for more effective, sustainable pain relief.

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Introduction to Progesterone in Men

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This article is an introduction to understanding the role of progesterone in men. Progesterone is often associated with women’s health, particularly in relation to pregnancy and menstrual cycles. However, it also plays a crucial role in men’s health. This hormone is a precursor to testosterone, the primary male sex hormone, and helps maintain hormonal balance … Read more

Defending All Forms of Bioidentical Progesterone With Phyllis Bronson, PhD and Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP

Defending all forms of bioidentical progesterone with Phyllis Bronson, PhD and Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP

This webinar features guest experts Dr. Phyllis Bronson and Carol Petersen, who emphasize the importance of progesterone and address misinformation about it. We discuss the distinctions between real progesterone and synthetic progestins, the different forms of progesterone administration, and the significance of progesterone levels compared to estrogen levels. The conversation covers the safety and benefits … Read more