There are the 3
bio-identical estrogens:
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Estrone (E-1)
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Estradiol (E-2)
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Estriol (E-3)
These three
chemicals make up human estrogen. The estrogen that has the
most volume in the body is estriol (60-80% of circulating
estrogens), followed by estradiol and estrone (10-20% each). Estriol
is thought to be the weakest acting hormone, but provides a natural
hormonal balance in the body, whereas estradiol and estrone are
thought be the stronger estrogens. The female body produces large
amounts of estriol during pregnancy and has protective properties
against such things as estrogen related cancers. Estradiol is the
estrogen that can relieve vaso-motor symptoms the best. Estrone is
the primary estrogen found in post-menopausal women. It stores it
self in the body fat and has more know cancer properties.
What are the
functions of estrogens?
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Promote proliferation
and growth of specific cells in the body.
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Responsible for
development of most secondary sexual characteristics of the
female.
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Responsible for
normal growth and development of female sex organs.
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Provide maintenance
of anti-aging mechanisms.
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Protect against bone
loss (but does not assist in the formation of new bone), heart
disease, and other aging dilemmas.
What can
bio-identical estrogens be used for?
- Symptoms of peri-menopause and menopause.
- Natural and surgical menopause.
- Primary ovarian failure.
- Infertility
- Osteoporosis PMS
