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Topical Progesterone and Breast Cancer Risk: What Women Need to Know

Educational, Progesterone / Nicole Smith

For many women navigating perimenopause or menopause, hormone therapy can be a lifeline—relieving symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, mood swings, and breast tenderness. While oral progesterone is commonly used alongside estrogen in hormone therapy, some women explore topical progesterone creams as an alternative—especially if they experience side effects from oral forms or are looking for […]

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Should You Try Vitex for Early Perimenopause? Here’s What to Know About This Powerful Herbal Ally for Hormone Balance

Educational, Progesterone, Supplements / Nicole Smith

In early perimenopause, your cycles may still be coming (though sometimes a little irregular), but you’re already noticing subtle shifts—PMS that feels worse, mood swings that sneak up on you, heavier periods, or breast tenderness that wasn’t there before. This phase can feel confusing, especially when you’re “not quite menopausal” but definitely not feeling like

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Starting Progesterone for the First Time? Here’s What You Need to Know

Educational, Progesterone, Uncategorized / Nicole Smith

If you’re about to start bioidentical progesterone, you might be feeling a mix of hope and hesitation. Maybe you’ve heard it can help with sleep, mood, and anxiety—but you’re not quite sure what to expect. Or you’re wondering if it’s really necessary, especially if you’ve had a hysterectomy. Let’s clear it all up. At Antigravity

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Progesterone Intolerance: What It Is, Why It Happens, and What You Can Do About It

Educational, Progesterone, Uncategorized / Nicole Smith

For many women navigating perimenopause and menopause, progesterone is often a key part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), offering relief from symptoms like insomnia, anxiety, and heavy periods. But what happens when your body doesn’t respond well to it? Progesterone intolerance is a frustrating roadblock for some women—especially those who are already overwhelmed by symptoms

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Bioidentical Hormones: Facts vs. Myths

Educational, Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone, Uncategorized / Nicole Smith

If you’ve ever been told “your labs are normal” while feeling anything but… this one’s for you. For millions of women in perimenopause and menopause, hormonal symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, low libido, and brain fog aren’t just frustrating—they’re life-altering. And yet, many women are left feeling dismissed, misinformed, or afraid to explore

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The Truth About Hormone Therapy: Why Progesterone Matters Even Without a Uterus

Educational, Progesterone, Uncategorized / Nicole Smith

One of the most pervasive myths about hormone therapy is that women without a uterus don’t need progesterone. This misconception has led to oversimplified treatment plans that fail to address the comprehensive needs of women during perimenopause and menopause. The truth is, progesterone plays a vital role throughout the body, far beyond the uterus, and

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Unmasking Hormonal Imbalances: The DUTCH Complete Test for Perimenopause and Menopause

Adrenals & Cortisol, Educational, Estrogen, Lab Testing, Progesterone, Testosterone, Uncategorized / Nicole Smith

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can bring a host of disruptive symptoms—fatigue, mood swings, hot flashes, weight gain, and more. Uncovering the root cause of these symptoms is essential for finding effective relief. The DUTCH Complete Test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) is a cutting-edge functional test designed to provide a detailed look

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