What You Must Know About Women's Hormones

by Smith, Pamela Wartian, M.D.

• ISBN13: 9780757003073
• ISBN10: 0757003079
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-10-30
• Publisher: Square One Pub

Summary

Hormonal imbalances can occur at any age-before, during, or after menopause. The reasons for these imbalances vary widely, and can include heredity, environment, nutrition, and aging. While most hormone-related problems are associated with menopause, the fact is that fluctuating hormonal levels can also cause a variety of other conditions, and for some women, the effects can be truly debilitating. What You Must Know About Women's Hormones is a clear and concise guide to the treatment of hormonal irregularities without the health risks associated with standard hormone replacement therapy.

Author Biography

Pamela Wartian Smith, MD, MPH, is a diplomate of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Physicians and director of the Master's Program in Medical Sciences, with a concentration in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine, at the University of South Florida School of Medicine. An authority on the subjects of wellness and antiaging, Dr. Smith is also director of the Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine. Currently, she is the owner and director of the Center for Healthy Living, with locations in Michigan and Florida. Dr. Smith is also the best-selling author of What You Must Know About Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs More.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. vii
Preface	p. viii
Introduction	p. 1
Hormones
Introduction	p. 4
Estrogen	p. 5
Progesterone	p. 19
Estrogen/Progesterone Ratio	p. 24
Testosterone	p. 26
DHEA	p. 30
Cortisol	p. 32
Pregnenolone	p. 38
Insulin	p. 40
Thyroid Hormone	p. 43
Melatonin	p. 57
Prolactin	p. 59
Aliments and Problems
Introduction	p. 62
Acidity	p. 63
Acne	p. 63
Adenocarcinoma	p. 63
Age Spots	p. 63
Allergies	p. 63
Anxiety	p. 63
Arteriosclerosis	p. 63
Back Pain	p. 63
Bladder Problems	p. 64
Bloating	p. 64
Blood Clots	p. 64
Bone Fractures	p. 64
Breast Cancer	p. 64
Breast Swelling/Tenderness	p. 64
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Toxicity	p. 65
Calcium Deficiency	p. 65
Cancer	p. 65
Carcinoma-in-Situ	p. 73
Cardiovascular Disease	p. 73
Cervical Cancer	p. 73
Cervical Dysplasia (Abnormal Pap Smear)	p. 73
Cholesterol Issues	p. 76
Copper Deficiency	p. 77
Coronary Artery Disease	p. 77
Cramps	p. 77
Cystic Acne	p. 77
Cysts	p. 78
Depression	p. 78
Diethylstilbestrol (DES) Babies	p. 78
Diabetes	p. 80
Dysmenorrhea	p. 81
Dyspareunia	p. 81
Endometriosis	p. 81
Fatigue	p. 88
Fibrocystic Breast Disease	p. 88
Fibroids	p. 89
Food Cravings	p. 90
Headaches	p. 90
Heart Attack	p. 91
Heart Disease	p. 91
Heavy Periods	p. 97
High Blood Pressure	p. 97
Hot Flashes	p. 97
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)	p. 97
Hypertension	p. 97
Hypoglycemia	p. 97
Hysterectomy	p. 97
Incontinence	p. 97
Inflammation	p. 98
Insomnia	p. 98
Iron Toxicity	p. 98
Irregular Menstrual Cycles	p. 98
Irritability	p. 98
Kidney Failure	p. 98
Low Blood Sugar	p. 98
Magnesium Deficiency	p. 98
Malnutrition	p. 99
Menopause	p. 99
Migraines	p. 102
Mood Swings	p. 104
Nausea	p. 104
Night Sweats	p. 104
Obesity	p. 104
Osteopenia	p. 104
Osteoporosis	p. 104
Ovarian Cancer	p. 121
Painful Intercourse	p. 121
Painful Menstrual Cycles	p. 121
Pelvic Pain	p. 121
Perimenopause	p. 122
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)	p. 122
Postpartum Depression	p. 125
Premature Ovarian Decline (POD)	p. 131
Premature Ovarian Failure (POF)	p. 137
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)	p. 137
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)	p. 139
Rosacea	p. 148
Skin Problems	p. 149
Stress	p. 152
Stroke	p. 152
Strontium Deficiency	p. 152
Surgical Menopause	p. 152
Urinary Leakage	p. 152
Uterine Cancer	p. 152
Vaginal Issues	p. 152
Vaginitis	p. 153
Vitamin C Deficiency	p. 153
Vitamin D Deficiency	p. 153
Vomiting	p. 153
Vulvodynia	p. 153
Weight Gain	p. 154
Zinc Deficiency	p. 154
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Introduction	p. 156
What is HRT?	p. 157
Hormonal Testing Methods	p. 161
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)	p. 165
Birth Control Pills	p. 167
Nutrition and HRT	p. 167
Conclusion	p. 169
Summaries	p. 171
Resources	p. 183
Recommended Reading	p. 185
References	p. 187
About the Author	p. 233
Index	p. 234
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