28ish Days Later

Day Sixteen: Oh Progesterone

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Mar 21, 2022
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INSIGHT

Progesterone's Role

  • Progesterone, the dominant hormone in the cycle's second half, prepares the womb for pregnancy.
  • It has various effects, such as influencing skin, hair, mood, and appetite.
INSIGHT

Progesterone and Mood

  • Progesterone's metabolite, allopregnanolone, is a calming neurosteroid, similar to effects of alcohol or meditation.
  • However, its link to negative moods is unclear, with sensitivity to progesterone possibly playing a role.
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Progesterone's Influence

  • Progesterone, less researched than estrogen, influences emotional perception and bonding.
  • Studies show mixed results, highlighting the need for more research on this hormone.
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