Platt Wellness Blog — progesterone

Think of your adrenal glands as your body’s emergency energy generator. Ideally, your energy comes from carbohydrates, fats, nutrients, oxygen, and thyroid hormones. However, when stress levels rise, your adrenals step in, releasing cortisol and adrenaline to keep you going. In short bursts—like responding to danger or powering through a tough day—this response is beneficial. But when stress becomes chronic due to overwork, under-eating, excessive exercise, or poor sleep, the adrenals work overtime, leading to hormonal imbalances. The "Progesterone Steal" and Chronic Stress One key effect of chronic stress is the "progesterone steal." When stress levels remain high, your body...

As we age, hormonal shifts can lead to decreased libido and discomfort, especially during menopause and andropause. However, with the right combination of bio-identical hormones and natural supplements, you can restore vitality and improve your quality of life. At Platt Wellness, we offer solutions such as Natural Bio-Identical Progesterone Cream and Estriol for vaginal dryness, along with a selection of natural supplements to support hormone balance and enhance sexual health. The Link Between Hormones and Libido Both men and women experience a decline in hormone levels as they age. In women, menopause leads to a drop in estrogen and progesterone, which...

The most effective are bioidentical hormones, which are exact copies of the hormones that your body naturally produces and uses.

For the most part, progesterone cream is extremely well tolerated.