Hello,
I'm a mother of two and I've joined this forum with two main topics in mind: "Progesterone" and "Fish Oil." Let's delve into the first one.
For years, I've grappled with unsettling symptoms, even though countless tests came back normal. From debilitating brain fog and exhaustion to heart palpitations and painful, lumpy breasts before my period, my symptoms got so severe that I couldn't even drive. After some research, I suspected it might be perimenopause, which led me to the works of Ray Peat and Barbara O'Neil, and subsequently to progesterone creams containing Wild Yam.
I started using this specific natural strong wild jam cream: [Amazon Link] Amazon product ASIN B07GDJRZB3View: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Wild-Yams-Extra-Strong-Cream/dp/B07GDJRZB3/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2A3YE56K6A28B&keywords=wild+jam+cream&qid=1698127405&sprefix=wild+jam+cream%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-2
. Just after a day, I felt remarkably clearer and more energized. However, soon after, I experienced sore breasts (though not painful or lumpy) and constipation.
My research into potential side effects alarmed me. I came across statements indicating that "natural progesterone from wild yam could lead to increased estrogen levels." And while I tend to be skeptical of mainstream information, I was shaken by testimonies from women who claim they developed cancer after using natural progesterone. Despite having comprehensive articles from Ray Peat on how progesterone might prevent cancer, I'm still scared. I would love to hear from those who have been using progesterone for an extended period. Do you opt for the cream or pills? Have you experienced any adverse effects? How many years have you been using it?
I'm currently thriving and wouldn't want to discontinue use. But I'm apprehensive, feeling like I'm treading on thin ice with hormones. On a side note, while I maintain a healthy diet, I realize that some "healthy" foods, like seed oils, might have elevated my estrogen levels and therefore all those symptoms came from before the progesterone cream.
I'd be immensely grateful for any insights or advice. This forum is a wonderful place with amazing and intelligent people. Thank you so much!
I'm a mother of two and I've joined this forum with two main topics in mind: "Progesterone" and "Fish Oil." Let's delve into the first one.
For years, I've grappled with unsettling symptoms, even though countless tests came back normal. From debilitating brain fog and exhaustion to heart palpitations and painful, lumpy breasts before my period, my symptoms got so severe that I couldn't even drive. After some research, I suspected it might be perimenopause, which led me to the works of Ray Peat and Barbara O'Neil, and subsequently to progesterone creams containing Wild Yam.
I started using this specific natural strong wild jam cream: [Amazon Link] Amazon product ASIN B07GDJRZB3View: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Wild-Yams-Extra-Strong-Cream/dp/B07GDJRZB3/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2A3YE56K6A28B&keywords=wild+jam+cream&qid=1698127405&sprefix=wild+jam+cream%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-2
. Just after a day, I felt remarkably clearer and more energized. However, soon after, I experienced sore breasts (though not painful or lumpy) and constipation.
My research into potential side effects alarmed me. I came across statements indicating that "natural progesterone from wild yam could lead to increased estrogen levels." And while I tend to be skeptical of mainstream information, I was shaken by testimonies from women who claim they developed cancer after using natural progesterone. Despite having comprehensive articles from Ray Peat on how progesterone might prevent cancer, I'm still scared. I would love to hear from those who have been using progesterone for an extended period. Do you opt for the cream or pills? Have you experienced any adverse effects? How many years have you been using it?
I'm currently thriving and wouldn't want to discontinue use. But I'm apprehensive, feeling like I'm treading on thin ice with hormones. On a side note, while I maintain a healthy diet, I realize that some "healthy" foods, like seed oils, might have elevated my estrogen levels and therefore all those symptoms came from before the progesterone cream.
I'd be immensely grateful for any insights or advice. This forum is a wonderful place with amazing and intelligent people. Thank you so much!
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