So why is progesterone important? Let’s talk about it. Progesterone is one of the most important hormones that your body makes, especially for women. But men also make a little bit of progesterone. Progesterone is the precursor to cortisol – your...
Does Hormone Replacement Therapy cause dementia? Let’s talk about it. There’s been some hype in the media lately that hormone replacement therapy can contribute to dementia. Let’s look at what the study really shows and whether it should affect our...
Why do men need progesterone? Let’s talk about it. Progesterone is typically thought of as a female hormone but men make progesterone too. The adrenal glands actually produce some progesterone. Progesterone is important because it is a natural aromatase...
How does menopause affect your hypothalamus? And can progesterone help? Let’s talk about it. As the ovarian hormones decline, the hypothalamus becomes more and more dysfunctional leading to: insomnia hot flashes metabolic issues weight gain insulin resistance...
Did you know that your gallbladder can be affected by going through menopause? Let’s talk about it. The hormonal decline in menopause affects everything. Your brain, your vagina, your weight, your sleep. Menopause also affects your gallbladder. Just as your...
Does menopause affect your joints? Let’s talk about it. Do you ever wonder why you’re falling apart? Seems like you hurt yourself a lot more often – spraining ankles, wrists, sore shoulders and hips, and back pain. The reason your joints ache is...
The Hormone Queen®
Deborah Maragopoulos FNP Intuitive Integrative Medicine