ESTROGEN
- Estrogen is proven beneficial for libido and secondary sex characteristics, collagen production, vaginal/bladder tissue elasticity, heart-valve health, menses regulation, electrolyte and nitrogen metabolism, pregnancy maintenance, reproductive tissue, skin, breasts, brain health, artery lining protection and HDL (good cholesterol) production. Estrogen is a powerful antioxidant, helping combat free radicals and their effects on the aging process.
- There are three naturally occurring estrogens: estradiol, estrone and estriol. For men, estradiol begins in the testes as well as through extra glandular conversion of androgen. In women, the estrogens are produced primarily in the ovaries (90%). Smaller amounts are used in the adrenals, liver and kidneys.
- Estrogen alone helps protect against heart disease, osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s and incontinence, as well as enhancing libido, skin tone, emotional well-being, cognitive acuity, sensory function and digestion.
