ESTROGEN

Estrogen is not just a single hormone, but rather a group of related hormones. The three most important of this group are Estriol, Estradiol, and Estrone. Estrogen is manufactured primarily in the ovaries, but can also be produced within the fat, muscle, or skin. The main function of estrogen in women is to regulate menstrual cycles, promote the growth of female development during puberty, and to ensure fetal survival. Estrogen has over 400 functions in the body including:

  • Increase metabolic rate
  • Regulate body temperature
  • Protect muscle from damage
  • Maintain muscle mass
  • Improve sleep
  • Reduce risk of cataracts
  • Maintain the elasticity of arteries
  • Dilate small arteries
  • Increase blood flow
  • Decrease accumulation of plaque on the arteries
  • Maintain collagen in the skin
  • Decrease blood pressure
  • Decrease LDL
  • Maintain memory
  • Promote reasoning and development of new thoughts
  • Improve fine motor skills
  • Improve skin thickness and softness
  • Enhance production of nerve growth factors
  • Increase HDL (protective cholesterol) by 10-15%
  • Enhance energy, mood, and concentration
  • Maintain bone density
  • Improve sexual interest
  • Decrease wrinkles
  • Protect against macular degeneration
  • Decrease risk of colon cancer
  • Help in prevent tooth loss prevention

More on Estrogen:
Bio-Identical Estrogens
Estrogen Deficiency
Estrogen Dominance