How Do I Boost My Progesterone?

Like all hormone levels, it's important for women to maintain a steady level of progesterone. Symptoms of insufficient progesterone levels include menstrual problems, skin issues, mood swings and depression. If you suspect you may have a progesterone deficiency, you should see your doctor to have your hormone levels tested. Once you have determined you are lacking progesterone, there are several things you can do to boost your progesterone. Both chemical and natural treatments are available.

Things You'll Need

• Progesterone cream
• Progesterone supplements
• Doctor
• Prescription medication
• Vitamin C
• Zinc

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Instructions

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  Consult your doctor before you begin any progesterone treatment program. While there are natural progesterone supplements available, you must talk to your doctor before taking any treatment. If you don't actually have low progesterone levels, you can harm your body's normal function by taking progesterone supplements.

• 2

  Use progesterone cream. Such cream or lotion contains progesterone within it. You merely rub it onto any part of your body, except your breasts. The progesterone is absorbed into your skin, and your body then distributes the extra progesterone as necessary. Though the frequency of application will vary from person to person depending on your particular hormone levels, most women apply between 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of cream daily.

• 3

  Take progesterone supplements. Such supplements are generally processed from yam or soy roots, and contain natural forms of progesterone. Your exact dosage will depend on the specific supplements you purchase.

• 4

  Talk to your doctor about prescription progesterone treatment. Medications such as Provera, Primulut and Duphaston all boost progesterone levels. Like any hormone therapy, these medications carry potential side effects such as weight fluctuations, moodiness and fatigue.

• 5

  Consume Vitamin C. Vitamin C has been shown to increase progesterone levels in women. Get it naturally from citrus fruits and juices. You can also take a Vitamin C supplement.

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  Get zinc daily. Zinc is essential for proper progesterone production. In addition to supplements, you can find zinc naturally via meat, fish and legumes. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as they inhibit the body's ability to absorb zinc properly.

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  Keep a record of all your treatments. Note the date and time, type of treatment and dosage amount. Also, record any side effects you feel as a result of the treatment. Take this record with you to your next doctor's visit.