Proper Progesterone levels for men?

[T Man]

Not to much is mentioned about progesterone levels and TRT. Does TRT have any effect? What is the normal range for men? What is the effect of progesterone in men? High or low symptoms? Thanks.

[pmgamer18]

Originally Posted by T Man

Not to much is mentioned about progesterone levels and TRT. Does TRT have any effect? What is the normal range for men? What is the effect of progesterone in men? High or low symptoms? Thanks.

The range is .27 - .90 ng/mL if doing HCG you need to check this so you don't go to high. Can't say what it does high or low.

[cpeil2]

Originally Posted by T Man

Not to much is mentioned about progesterone levels and TRT. Does TRT have any effect? What is the normal range for men? What is the effect of progesterone in men? High or low symptoms? Thanks.

Dr. Miller, author of Life Extension Revolution, thinks it's important for guys to maintain progesterone within range. He even supplements progesterone to bring it up if necessary.He says adequate levels help regulate mood and anxiety. He cited a bunch of other benefits, but those are the only ones I remember. He also suggested a daily dose of pregnenolone 20 mg. as a gentle way to nudge progesterone level upward.

Swale doesn't much like the idea of progesterone supplementation.

[T Man]

Where do you obtain pregnenolone? Is it a prescription item or OTC? I have heard it can calm down anxiety. That is according to Dr. John, he mentioned a cream that you rub on. How much would one take for an anxiety disorder?

[1cc]

Headdoc uses pregnenolone. Perhaps he can share his experience with it.

here's a couple of good threads about progesterone:

HRT and Progesterone

DHT Too High

[marianco]

Originally Posted by T Man

Not to much is mentioned about progesterone levels and TRT. Does TRT have any effect? What is the normal range for men? What is the effect of progesterone in men? High or low symptoms? Thanks.

Progesterone is made in the adrenal glands and in the testes.
HCG and LH can increase the production of progesterone.
Each lab has its normal range for progesterone in men.

Progesterone is a precursor to testosterone and cortisol.
Progesterone has a mood stabilizing, antidepressant, antiseizure, neuroprotective effect.
Progesterone helps myelinate nerves - i.e. increasing the insulation around nerve axons - increasing signal transmission speed.
Progesterone helps improve thyroid hormone effectiveness.
Progesterone increase the production of estrogen receptors - increasing the potency of existing estrogens.
Progesterone is an aromatase inhibitor - reducing the production of estrogen from testosterone.
Progesterone is an alpha-reductase inhibitor - reducing the production of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) from testosterone.
Progesterone can directly relax blood vessels - reducing blood pressure and improving blood flow (including through the coronary arteries of the heart)
Progesterone can inhibit the formation of blood clots.
Progesterone can promote nurturing behavior.
Progesterone has a mild diuretic effect.

Low progesterone is a clue for the presence of adrenal fatigue.
Low progesterone can cause insomnia, anxiety, impaired ability to adapt to stress, impaired concentration.
Low progesterone may promote hair loss.

Excessive progesterone can cause gynecomastia - by increasing the potency of estrogen.
Excessive progesterone can be sedating.
Excessive progesterone can reduce libido.

[HeadDoc]

Here's a llink to part of lecture given by Dr. Rothenberg. I started using pregnenolone after hearing this lecture. I get mine thru Pure Encapsulations. I assume LEF carries it.

http://www.ehealthspan.com/download/Pregnenolone.rtf

[T Man]

Originally Posted by HeadDoc

Here's a llink to part of lecture given by Dr. Rothenberg. I started using pregnenolone after hearing this lecture. I get mine thru Pure Encapsulations. I assume LEF carries it.

http://www.ehealthspan.com/download/Pregnenolone.rtf

HeadDoc and marianco....Thanks for the links and info I printed them out. Marianco's posting above was as usual very insightfull.

HeadDoc.... Have you noticed any difference before and after using Pregnenolone? I am trying to see if my anxiety disorder could have a Pregnenolone or progesterone connection since my Pregnenolone levels were low. This morning I had new labs done. Is Pregnenolone safe to use? Do you see clear benefits from supplementation? Suggestions on using it? I will go over LEF site to see what I can find. Thanks in advance.

[HeadDoc]

you may experience more calm and some slow be steady improvement in memory---however, given my age, I am always testing this--so a little bit of placebo.