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Why Micronized Progesterone Is Different
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Question? 📢 Ask Dr. Bikman’s Digital Mind (multilingual): https://benbikman.com/ben-bikmans-digital-ai-mind 📢 Dr. Bikman’s Community & Coaching Site: https://insuliniq.com Dr. Bikman explains why micronized progesterone should not be confused with the synthetic progestins historically used in many hormone therapies. Micronized progesterone is chemically identical to the hormone produced naturally by a woman’s ovaries, while synthetic progestins can also activate cortisol- or testosterone-related receptors, potentially affecting insulin sensitivity, blood lipids, and other aspects of metabolic health. Ben reviews clinical evidence showing that micronized progesterone can effectively…