Progesterone - Elite Hormone Therapy

What is progesterone?

Progesterone is a sex hormone produced mainly by the corpus luteum in the ovary during the second half of the menstrual cycle. Known as the “hormone of pregnancy”, progesterone helps prepare the body for conception and pregnancy.

Some key facts about progesterone:

• Main functions: regulates the female reproductive system and pregnancy. It prepares the uterine lining for implantation of a fertilized egg and maintains pregnancy.
• Production: After ovulation, the corpus luteum releases progesterone. If pregnancy occurs, progesterone production continues. If no pregnancy occurs, progesterone levels drop and menstruation begins.
• Progesterone levels: Vary during the menstrual cycle. Levels are lowest during menstruation, rise after ovulation, and peak in the middle of the cycle. Low progesterone may indicate health issues for some women.

So how exactly does progesterone support pregnancy and fetal development?

• Thickens the uterine lining to support implantation and early development
• Stabilizes the endometrium to discourage menstruation
• Helps maintain pregnancy by relaxing smooth muscle tissue
• Stimulates breast development and milk production

Progesterone imbalance can cause issues like irregular periods, infertility, and complications during pregnancy. That's why tracking your cycle and hormones is so important! The experts at Elite Hormone Therapy can run advanced tests to check your progesterone levels and help you address any imbalances. Their personalized wellness plans and supplement blends help women optimize their cycles and improve fertility.

Some women take progesterone supplements or injections to:

• Boost progesterone levels
• Treat amenorrhea (lack of periods)
• Help reduce uterine lining build-up
• Prevent preterm labor
• Aid infertility treatment

So in summary, progesterone plays a vital role in not only preparing for and supporting pregnancy, but regulating overall female reproductive health. Connecting with healthcare experts can help provide solutions for hormonal issues involving this important sex hormone.