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Health Benefits of Progesterone Cream

Progesterone is a hormone made naturally by the human body. Natural progesterone cream has many benefits associated with it including benefits for lessening the symptoms of menopause and PMS. It has also been known to help with arthritis. Men can also benefit from natural progesterone cream therapy.

  1. Menopause

    • It has been known to help hot flashes, cold chills, insomnia, fatigue, mood swings and irritability, according to Christianet.com.

    Balances Estrogen

    • If a woman has too much estrogen, she may experience fluid retention, depression and weight gain. According to Beseen.net, progesterone cream can help to counteract those symptoms.

    Arthritis and Osteoporosis

    • Progesterone decreases pain level as well as joint swelling in women suffering from arthritis and/or osteoporosis. Also, bone density loss is stopped, according to "Progesterone Cream Benefits."

    Male Benefits

    • Men can benefit from natural progesterone cream too. Progesterone cream is a type of hormone therapy that helps with prostate problems.

    Additional Benefits

    • It helps premenstrual cramping and acts as a natural antidepressant. It improves concentration and normalizes blood sugar levels. Progesterone cream can also act as a diuretic.

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