Frequently Asked Questions
How can men benefit from using progesterone?
In men, progesterone is produced in the adrenal glands and testes, and is a precursor to the steroid hormones and testosterone. Supplemental Progesterone aids in health concerns, such as osteoporosis and prostatitis.Most people consider osteoporosis to be a "woman's disease", but according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, twenty percent of those affected by osteoporosis are men. Many studies have shown that Progesterone supplementation can help replace the bone density that has been lost.
Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), the swelling of the prostate commonly known as prostatitis, affects 50% of men during their lifetimes. Progesterone supplementation has been shown to alleviate painful symptoms of BPH, and allows men to urinate more easily.
Progesta-CareŽ Formula for Men contains all natural ingredients that work together synergistically. This special blend of ingredients includes natural Progesterone, Grape Seed Extract, Saw Palmetto, MSM, and Ginseng. It is non-oily, does not leave a residue on the skin, and it has extremely effective absorption qualities.
Why is the saliva test more accurate than the blood test?
Ninety-eight percent of the hormones detected in the common blood test are "bound" to blood proteins and therefore not available for use by the tissues of the body. In contrast, those hormones found in saliva represent the "free" unbound hormones - those that truly affect daily functioning. Today, saliva hormone analysis is recognized as the most accurate and relevant detection method available.
How soon can I see benefits?
Because our body chemistries are unique, everyone's experience will be different. Some people see the benefits instantly, while others say it takes a few days to notice a difference.
What is the role of Progesterone in a woman's body?
Progesterone and Estrogen are the two main hormones made by the ovaries of menstruating women. Progesterone is a primary hormone of fertility and pregnancy. At the same time as it's helping drive the menstrual cycle, Progesterone is also performing several other vital, but less appreciated, functions. Among the most important of these is promoting bone building, thus reducing the risk of osteoporosis. It also helps keep blood sugar levels, and protects against endometrial cancer and breast cancer.
What are the differences between synthetic and natural progesterone?
Synthetic Progesterone (normally referred to as progestin) is a drug manufactured by drug companies and is normally only available by prescription. The molecule of the synthetic Progesterone is close enough to the natural Progesterone that it seeks out and resides in the Progesterone receptacles in the body. This may cause undesirable effects. Natural Progesterone USP is bio-identical to that manufactured by the human body. When natural Progesterone supplements are taken there are no negative side effects.
