Estrogen Deficiency
As Estrogen Drops, the Face Sags and the Breasts Droop. The Glow of Youth Wanes. The Belly Pooch arrives.
As Progesterone is the good mood hormone, Testosterone is the good energy hormone and Estrogen is the good looking hormone. As estrogen levels drop, the signs of aging ramp exponentially. Wrinkles appear above the lips. The jowls drop below the jawline. The breasts droop. The belly pooches. Glowing skin and glossy hair dissappear.
Estrogen receptors are found throughout the body. Although the outward dissappearance of youth is alarming, the internal dissappearance of estrogen is potentially more alarming. Joint pain signals low estrogen. The aches and pains of 'aging' are closely related to diminishing estrogen levels. Possibly the MOST significant metabolic effect of low estrogen is an ever increasing resistance to insulin. Cells simply do not respond to insulin's messages as they once did. Weight gain is inevitable in such conditions.
If this is you, there are a few lifestyle choices you can make to mitigate the circumstances. Reduce your carbohydrate intake slightly, increase your protein intake to compensate for it. RF (radio-frequency) treatments are designed to boost collagen and tighten the skin to reverse the saggin' and draggin' that low estrogen leaves behind. Lymph Drainage therapies including VelaShape boosts circulation to stimulate nutrient flow throughout the body and detoxify stagnant lymphatics.
With regards to supplement choices, managing insulin resistance becomes paramount. Berberine is shown to reduce waist circumferance and Myo-Inositol balances hormone production. A good dose of calcium, zinc, magnesium at night not only improves sleep, but supports bone regeneration and colon motility too.
Since the adrenals take over the function of producing hormones post menopause, stress management and sleep hygiene will make the transition a smoother ride.
Bioidentical hormone creams at the correct ratios will be life-changing.
Selected by Us, for You.
How do you select the right supplement for your particular condition? It is VERY confusing with so many brands, ingredient formulations and such varied price points. We have sifted through the noise to arrive at recommendations that will REALLY help. We have selected brands and formulations based on:
Quality of ingredients
Quantity of each ingredient (2 mg of a necessary ingredient may barely make an impact if you require closer to 20 mg!)
Best value based on the ingredient formulations, as well as quantity doses.
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Must Have:
Black Cohosh, Red Clover, Sage, Dong quai herbs manage symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, night sweats etc.)
Myo-Inositol (in PCOS formulations) balances estrogen, progesterone, testosterone production
Omega 3 Fatty Acids support the immune system and guards against the deterioration of estrogen depletion in the joints (painful knees, hips, shoulders etc)
Multivitamin Mineral Complex. Formulations with higher levels of calcium, zinc and magnesium, folic acid and B complex. (Those designed for 'pregnancy' are actually ideal in the menopause!)
Great to Have
5. Berberine (supports insulin sensitivity and can slim the waist)
6. Ashwaghanda (controls cortisol levels, aids sleep and ramps thyroid conversion in the liver (T4 to T3) to control menopause weight gain.
7. NAC (N-acetylcholine) detoxifies the liver which can become overwhelmed with hormone chaos.
If you can...
8. Estrodial Cream (imported)
9. Bio identical Hormone Creams prescribed by your doctor
Must Have
Great to Have
If you Can
We recommend you consult with your naturopath doctor ensure the correct dose of bioidentical hormone cream to suit you. Hormone creams have potent effects and should be used accordingly.
