Estrogen
Women produce estrogen in the ovaries and adrenal glands. Men produce estrogen in small amounts from the conversion of testosterone.
Estrogen protects against:
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Osteoporosis
- Alzheimer's Disease and memory disorders
- Vaginal atrophy
- Urinary incontinence
- Urinary tract infections
Estrogen prevents the symptoms of menopause and improves overall well-being. It also improves static balance by improving the visual-somatosensory system.
Estrogen deficiency results in:
- Urogenital atrophy
- Incontinence
- Sagging skin
- Increased skin wrinkles
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Mood swings
- Decreased libido