Natural progesterone is typically produced by a woman’s ovaries during the normal monthly menstrual cycle. This is, of course, if there is ovulation.  Natural progesterone balances out the estrogen. Estrogen promotes cell growth, and progesterone keeps that growth from going too far or out of control.

If you don’t have enough progesterone in your body, your estrogen cannot be balanced. Unbalanced estrogen is very dangerous and unhealthy.  Eventually this will  cause symptoms to occur. Progesterone can balance Estrogen Dominance which is known to create a strong risk for breast and reproductive cancer.

Are your hormones out of balance?

Symptoms of hormone imbalance are caused when the primary hormones, such as progesterone and estrogen are out of whack. These imbalances can start when there are changes in the cycle as well as environmental factors (medications, diet, exercise, chemicals, etc.) Please see the website for additional information on improving diet, exercise and chemical toxicity.

During normal menses, only estrogen is produced for the first 10-12 days. Ovulation then signals that the female body needs to produce progesterone, and the hormones are in homeostatic balance.

Progesterone sustains the endometrium, so it can accept the fertilized egg.  If there’s no pregnancy, then the body stops producing those hormones, and menstruation begins.  So, what happens if there is no ovulation for one month? What’s the scoop with the estrogen.  The estrogen doesn’t get balanced by progesterone! This can potentially be a viscous cycle that will undoubtedly lead to symptoms. If this viscous cycle continues… it will take its toll on the body. This is especially true if women take birth control pills and synthetic hormones.

A missed ovulation cycle will mean no production of progesterone! Unbalanced estrogen is toxic and one of the primary issues surrounding the imbalance. Imbalanced hormones can cause an array of symptoms and issues that can make you feel like you are going crazy.

Estrogen dominance can cause the following:

Hair loss, fibrocystic breasts, uterine fibroids, acceleration of the aging process, breast cancer, polycystic ovaries, mood swings, osteoporosis, uterine cancer, memory loss, endometrial cancer, bone loss, PMS, low sex drive, allergy symptoms, thyroid dysfunction, water retention, bloating and unexplained weight gain.  If you have estrogen dominance then you probably have a deficiency in progesterone.

As females age they begin to ovulate less and less. This usually results in higher levels of estrogen and lower levels of progesterone in your bloodstreams. When such imbalances occur with the hormone levels pre-menopause and menopause symptoms can wreck havoc on you and your body!

Estrogen and progesterone need each other.  Estrogen supplementation therapy must always be used in conjunction with progesterone. It is safe, however, to use progesterone alone.

Functions and effects of the two hormones together and their impact on the body can be seen below. These hormones balance each other. Typically I start with progesterone therapy on my patients, if indicated and usually the estrogen imbalance corrects itself. If not, then, if needed I will use and/or recommend bio-identical estrogen.  

Estrogen Deficiency Effects            Progesterone Effects

• Weight gain                                    • Utilizes fat for energy

• Decreases sex drive                      • Restores sex drive

• Depletes bone density                 • Stimulates bone density

• Depression, headaches                • Natural antidepressant

• Fibrocystic breasts                        • Protects fibrocystic breasts

• Increases endometrial cancer    • Prevents endometrial cancer

• Increases blood clotting               • Normalizes blood clotting

• Thyroid imbalance                         • Causes thyroid balance

• Irregular menses                            • Normalizes periods

• Hypertension                                  • Regulates blood pressure

• Risk of miscarriage                         • Prevents miscarriages

• Breast cancer risk                           • Decreases breast cancer risk

I am extremely picky about products and therapies that I recommend.  This is why you will find such a limited selection of products.  After extensive clinical use of many different brands of progesterone cream, I have come to appreciate the consistent results from ProgesterAll™ and Progesta Care.  For those of you who have done any research into Bio-identical Hormone replacement therapy, you  know that Dr. Lee is the father of this paradigm in medicine.  He was a conventional physician who has made substantial health benefits in thousands of women’s lives.

ProgesterAll™ contains the exact amounts of the ingredients that Dr. Lee recommended for women in his groundbreaking books, including:

·         What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause

·         What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Perimenopause

·         What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer

ProgesterAll™ is the only natural balancing cream that has the Lee family’s permission to have Dr. Lee’s name on it.   Indeed, the Lee family is the majority owner of the company that produces ProgesterAll™.  This ensures that the product will always adhere to the strict guidelines that Dr. Lee laid down for natural balancing creams.

One of the unique qualities of ProgesterAll™ that sets it apart from similar products is its liposome-mediated delivery system. The system ensures rapid absorption of the ingredients into the skin so they can be stored in the underlying fatty tissues for transmission to the bloodstream.  Many patients often complain about using hormone creams because they are greasy and hard to rub in.  ProgesterAll™ melts instantly into your skin and leaves no greasy residue. The same is true from Progesta Care. These creams are among some of the best quality that I have found.

ProgesterAll™ Ingredients, Net Weight  - 2 fluid ounces:

Deionized Water, Capryllic/Capric Triglyceride, Simugel (Plant based thickener), Progesterone (20 mg per 1/4 teaspoon or 960 mg per 2-ounce tube), Glycerin, Phospholids, Grapefruit Seed Extract, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid.

As you can see, this product contains all natural based ingredients.  No junk! If you can’t pronounce it…don’t put it in your mouth or on your skin. If you compare this to other similar products you will see that the others’ ingredient list is shaky at best.  One specific point to take note of here is that there is an amazing liposomal delivery system (similar to the Lypo-Spheric Vitamin C) that gives you maximum absorption and health benefits. It also contains no artificial fragrance or color.

Suggested Use:

The following information is for general use and not intended to encourage self-diagnosis or self-treatment, or to replace the guidance of your healthcare professional. I highly recommend that you first have your hormone levels checked before beginning any type of hormonal replacement therapy. This can be done very easily with a saliva test. Please contact our office for assistance with this.  Just because its “natural” doesn’t mean it is without consequences.  We are here for you and ready to help.

Gently massage 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of cream (about the size of a garbanzo bean) into areas of thinner skin where you blush such as the neck, face, chest, breasts, inner arms or thighs, palms of the hands, or soles of the feet (unless your hands or feet are heavily callused).  The optimal approach is a divided dose with a larger dose at bedtime and a smaller dose in the morning, or as directed by your healthcare provider.  Rotate areas daily to avoid saturation.

A few tips about using ProgesterAll™:

Apply the cream after a warm shower or bath, not before it. When it is used on the face, let it soak in completely before applying makeup, and do not apply ProgesterAll™ on top of makeup.

Guidelines for Perimenopausal Women. If you have an average 26- to 30-day menstrual cycle, you can begin your first month of cream use between day 10 to 12 of your menstrual cycle, counting the first day of your period as day 1.  Continue until a day or two before your expected period, which for most women is between 26 and 30 days. If your period starts before your chosen last day, stop using the cream and begin counting again to day 10, 11, or 12. The closer you can get to using the cream when you ovulate or just after, the more in tune with your own cycle you will be. It may take two or three cycles to find the synchrony your body desires.

Guidelines for Menopausal Women. The majority of menopausal women can simply use 1/8 teaspoon to 1/4 teaspoon of ProgesterAll™ for 24 to 26 days in a row of the calendar month. Many women find it easiest to start using the cream on the first day of the month and stop from day 24 to 26 until the next month. Other women prefer to take their hormone break for the first five to six days of the calendar month and then use the cream until the end of the month. It is best to use the cream in divided doses, in the morning and evening before bed, with a little larger dose in the evening. However, if that does not work well for you, do not be concerned, just pick one time of the day when it’s most convenient to use it and use the whole dose.

The products AskDrSkip.com are not offered for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of any disease or disorder, nor have any statements herein been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). We strongly encourage our customers to discuss topics of concern with their health care professionals.

Oregano is just one of those things that is handy to keep around and use frequently. There aren’t many things (I am really starting to sound like a broken record here) that I recommend taking continuously, but oregano is NOT one of those things.

There are many various studies that have been done that have shown this amazing oil is a potent purifier for the body. The two primary compounds that make up oregano are thymol and carvacrol. Both of which have proven to have positive effects on harmful bacteria and microorganisms that cause many various illnesses.

It is important to not get the conventional spice Oregano confused with the Oil of Oregano. They have a similar taste, but the Oil of Oregano is where the health benefits are gained. The spice is called Origanum Marjoram, while Oil of Oregano is derived from Origanum Vulgare.

Carvacrol from Oil of Oregano is a natural phenol that has powerful anti-microbial activity. The flavonoids provide natural antiseptic properties, and the Terpenes are natural anti-inflammatory agents. You know how much I love the natural anti-inflammatory products!! Just read the article I wrote on Wobenzym.

Wild Organic Oregano is rich in a long list of minerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, potassium, copper, boron, and manganese as well as Vitamins C and A (beta carotene) and niacin.

It’s extremely safe and very effective. Both of which are things that I love in a health supplement. Oregano Oil has many wonderful redeeming health benefits. Let’s break them down…

OREGANO OIL BENEFITS

Skin Infections – effective against the harmful bacteria and organisms and improves the texture and quality of the skin
Immune System – will boost the immune system
Respiratory System – thins the mucous making it easier to breath in various respiratory illnesses (useful in problems in the sinus’, colds, flu and sore throats)
Digestive System – due to the functionality of the main ingredients, Oil of Oregano has been shown to help soothe the digestive tract and help with an upset stomach.
Inflammation – this can be due to rashes, gingivitis and/or rash or skin infections – use topically, but dilute it with some coconut or olive oil as straight Oil of Oregano is very strong and can irritate if used full strength
Detoxification – this is a great general detoxifier for the system as it just gets rid of various little bugs that like to invade our systems and cause trouble

SIDE EFFECTS of Oil of Oregano are minimal. As with pretty much any product it should not be taken long term. Long term use can inhibit the absorption of iron – so if for any reason you need to take it long term, iron supplementation may be warranted. This would be something you would need to talk to a healthcare provider about. If you are pregnant long term use of this product should be avoided.

The Oil of Oregano that we stock comes from an exceptional company and their product has no artificial chemicals or toxic byproducts, kosher and suitable for vegetarians and contains many essential minerals and vitamins.

The Oil of Oregano can be taken internally and used topically. A general dose (please read labels) is 3-5 drops in some juice – orange will help mask the taste. This can be taken for 5-7 days depending on the severity of the issue.

I, of course, prefer that you use a product that is organic and/or wild crafted. The one we recommend has been selected because of the proper concentrations of the primary ingredients as well as the fact that it is from an organic and high quality source.

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Helping to identify a stoke can dramatically increase the chances of an effective treatment.  Please read and file in your memory banks for an emergency…and just pray you never have to use it.  But, if you do – then you will be prepared.

The sooner you get a stroke victim to the hospital the chances of saving their lives is increased exponentially.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE

Symptoms of a stroke can be difficult to identify, especially if you are not a medically trained person.  I don’t treat emergencies, so information like this is always helpful to have in the ole’ memory banks…just in case.  It is a good reminder.

Educating yourself on the symptoms will help minimize the amount of fear and chaos present in a situation where there is lack of awareness…which could lead to disaster.

The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.

You can recognize a stroke by asking three very simple questions:

‘When you think someone is having a stoke…just remember the first 3 letters of the word stroke…S.T.R.’

“S” — Smile. If there is any drooping in the face or mouth – this may be a positive sign of a stoke.  You can also have them stick out their tongue.  If it is crooked or at an angle, then this can also be a sign of a stoke.

“T” — Talk.  Have them say the sentence, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks”…If it is slurred or incoherent – there is a problem.  If they have had  a stroke they will not be able to say this sentence correctly.  Go to the hospital.

“R” — Raise arms.  Have them raise both of their arms with their eyes closed.  If there is an imbalance with their arms raised – call or get  them medical attention.

You can also have symptoms of dizziness, confusion, headache, sudden numbness on one side of body or in arms or legs and trouble seeing out of one eye.

There are many additional signs, symptoms and tests that would be performed at the hospital by a physician.  I am including a very abbreviated version here to help educate and keep you prepared in case of an emergency.  The sooner you can get to the hospital, the better the chances for an effective treatment. 

If there is difficulty with any of these tasks, call 911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher and/or take them to the hospital.  Tell them the signs you have seen and that way they will know to direct you to the nearest center that can deal most effectively with the issue at hand.

What is Stroke…

A stroke is a loss of the blood being supplied to brain by a thrombus (a clot of blood which forms at the blockage), embolus (an object that moves from one part of the body and causes a blockage) or an injury (such as a head trauma).

There can be risk factors that can put one at a greater risk for having a stroke.

1. Obesity
2. Heart disease and/or High Blood Pressure
3. Diabetes
4. Cigarette Smoking
5. Elevations in Cholesterol
6. Gender (more common in men, sorry guys)
7. Family history of strokes and cardiovascular disease
8. Poor Diet

There is nothing that makes me happier than working with a healthy patient to setup a protocol to work on preventing isssues such as this.  This same individualized protocol can also be used to help prevent heart attacks as well.

Preventing a stroke is far easier than treating one.  If you have a stroke, then there is nothing more crucial than getting to the hospital as soon as possible.  The conventional medical profession excels in emergency situtations of this nature.

This article could really be a book – on the information regarding strokes alone, not to mention the vast amount of information that could be included pertaining to the wellness prevention of strokes.  So…that being said…I am not going to try to cram too much information in here for you too read.

However, for our time here there are several things that I recommend right off the bat!

• Wobenzym

This product has been used for years in Europe (for treatment of as well as prevention of…strokes and heart attacks, not to mention that this is one of the best things I have even seen for inflammation and pain).

When you first start using wobenzym, especially for a man or woman that is 40 years or old is a dose of 10 (ten) pills, 3 (three) times per day on an empty stomach for about 4-6 months. After that time the dosage can be decreased, but if you are at risk, I would continue to take this product at a lower dose, indefinantly.  These are systemic enzymes that are most effective when there is nothing for them to do in the stomach.  By that, I mean that there is nothing for them to try and digest there.  They are most effective when they can go systemic (other parts of the body) and do there work of digesting.

Inflammation is a primary underlying cause of many issues from a more holistic standpoint.

• Beyond Chelation-Improved – which is a fantastic all-inclusive vitamin supplement, formulated by Dr. Garry Gordon, a physician in Arizona that pioneered chelation therapy.  The dosge is 1 (one) packet, 2 (twice) daily with food.  Vitamins must be taken with food for the most part as they can upset your stomach and they need the food to be properly absorbed and utlized by your body.

This is a very basic protocol – please get with a practitioner that is well versed in holistic wellness that can assist you with your goals. Additionally it is paramount that your hormones are balanced and at optimal levels – this includes both men and women.  Yes guys that means you!!  Get your levels checked too!!

This includes, thyroid, testosterone, progesterone, dhea-s, homocystine, fibrinogen and CRP C-reactive protein levels – just to mention a few.  Let’s chat!!

Make sure that you get adequate rest, drink plently of water, exercise and practice effective stress managment, such as meditation.

I am available to help you on your path and with your goals of wellness…schedule an appointment with me today for your wellness education.

Be Well!!

Dr. Skip

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products/services/therapies/education information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before any products/services/therapies.

The Following article was written by Dr. Garry Gordon, a physician and someone I hold in the highest regard. I consider him a mentor and listen intently when he speaks. I have been utilizing his protocols and products with my family and patients for many years. One thing is for sure where Dr. Gordon is concerned…he cares about one thing – YOUR HEALTH! He is one amazing man on the front-lines, fighting your health and health rights. Products that are created or recommended by Dr. Gordon WORK! Its just that simple. It would be my pleasure to help educate you on health and health care matters if you have any questions about products or protocols discussed here.

Below is an article written about a product that my fellow doctors tease me, that if didn’t exist or was pulled from the market… then how could I continue to practice!

There is seldom a condition that I can think of that wouldn’t benefit from the on-going use of Wobenzym.

Please read his article very carefully, and please don’t hesitate to make an appointment with me if you have any questions about implementing anything that I discuss into your health regiment…

Wobenzym® is backed by millions of dollars of research. While this research has been primarily done in Europe, there are FDA – approved studies under way in the United States on the effects of Wobenzym on Osteo-Arthritis and Multiple Myeloma. Studies in Europe have documented an average lowering of C-reactive protein levels (a marker of chronic infection in the body) of 30%!

New research, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, has documented that higher levels of C-reactive protein have up to 6 times the incidence of death from heart attack and stroke as lower levels. This obviously means that long-term use of Wobenzym® can be life saving.

In addition, it has the well deserved reputation of being the leading natural safe alternative for anti-inflammatory drugs, such as Ibuprofen. Anti-inflammatory drugs kill over 25,000 people each year in the U.S. and send many more to the hospital needing care for side effects, such as bleeding ulcers. In contrast, Wobenzym® is sold in over 40 countries, has been used by millions, and has killed no one!

Olympic teams use Wobenzym®. This is because it works so well, as shown by a 50% reduction in reported injuries, and because it remarkably enhances healing after injury. This is partly due to the RUTIN’s (bioflavanoids) ability to prevent the discoloration and local pain associated with traumatic injuries. For these same reasons, leading surgeons now routinely prescribe the use of Wobenzym® to prevent bruising and edema and the associated pain for their post-surgical patients.

Focused on treating the molecular causes of many health problems, Wobenzym® has been shown beneficial in virtually every health problem.

To become familiar with Enzyme Therapy, we recommend reading Enzymes, A Drug of the Future, by Dr. Heinrich Wrba.

Wobenzym®, acting synergistically with our oral chelation product Beyond Chelation Improved^TM, has been shown to:

Substantially reduce the incidence of fatal blood clots now known to be induced by the sudden breakdown of vulnerable plaque. 

Increase feelings of well-being because of its antioxidant and cholesterol lowering effects.

Allow fewer heart attacks or strokes because of anti-thrombotic, anti-spasmodic and anti-arrhythmic abilities.

Promote longevity due to the control of many of the molecular bases of aging.

Improve results with arterial blockages caused by Herpes and CMV. 

Provide protection from environmental toxins in the air, water and food.

Be beneficial when used to treat Autoimmune, Rheumatic and Cardiovascular Diseases, Inflammations, Injuries, Infections, and Tumor Illnesses, Osteo and Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint and Muscle Pain, Herpes and Other Viral Infections, Cancer and Hepatitis C, Recurrent Miscarriages and many other Degenerative Diseases.

THE REAL PROOF IS IN YOUR RESULTING HEALTH!

Wobenzym® is formulated with natural nutrients that work directly in the bloodstream. It is SAFE and effective with NO DETRIMENTAL SIDE EFFECTS. It can be taken regularly and with confidence to reduce pain and enhance the functioning of organs and bodily systems.

Wobenzym® must IDEALLY be taken at least 30 minutes before meals or 60 minutes after meals. An excellent time to take it is just before bedtime and immediately upon arising. Keep the bottle next to your toothbrush. A common maintenance dose is 5 tablets twice daily, although the Cancer Treatment Centers of America routinely suggests 10 tablets 3 times a day.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent disease. For more information on maintaining a long and healthy lifestyle, please visit Gordon Research Institute.