
Metabolism, Hormones and Weight Management with Emma Sutherland and Dr. Jade Teta
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The Role of Estrogen and Progesterone in Insulin Resistance
Estrogen helps to synthesize the body to insulin and reduce cortisol, while progesterone supports estrogen with cortisol but antagonizes its impact on insulin, causing more insulin resistance. Progesterone prepares the body for a potential pregnancy by increasing triglycerides and glucose. Estrogen is like armor, progesterone is the shield, and testosterone is the sword.
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