How to Supplement Progesterone Most Effectively

Mar 02, 2021 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I haven’t had my period for two months; my doctor recommended progesterone supplementation. I’d like to ask: What is the fastest way to supplement progesterone?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Deng Xuanbi
Hello, Progesterone is a vital sex hormone in women. Insufficient progesterone levels can disrupt normal menstrual cycle formation; during pregnancy, low progesterone levels may increase the risk of miscarriage. If you experience significant menstrual irregularities or miscarriage symptoms following conception—and diagnostic testing confirms these are due to inadequate progesterone—you will require exogenous progesterone supplementation for treatment. Progesterone supplementation can be administered either orally (e.g., progesterone capsules) or via intramuscular injection (progesterone injections); absorption profiles following either route are generally comparable. In addition to pharmacologic supplementation, incorporating more soy-based foods into your daily diet and drinking moderate amounts of honey water may help support balanced estrogen and progesterone levels. We hope this information is helpful. Wishing you good health and happiness!