Ep 75: The Epidemic of Low Progesterone Problem: Root Causes, Hidden Signs & How to Naturally Restore Balance

Low progesterone is one of the most common hormone patterns we see in women struggling with chronic digestive issues, burnout, thyroid dysfunction, inflammation, blood sugar imbalances, and chronic stress. But here's the truth: low progesterone is rarely the root problem.

In this episode, I break down why progesterone is often a downstream symptom rather than the true cause. We'll dive into how stress, under-eating, poor gut health, blood sugar dysregulation, thyroid issues, and nervous system dysfunction can all contribute to low progesterone levels and hormone imbalances. You'll learn the key signs of low progesterone, why ovulation matters, how progesterone and estrogen work together, and practical ways to naturally support healthy hormone production from a root-cause perspective.

Whether you're dealing with PMS, painful periods, fertility struggles, anxiety before your cycle, insomnia, spotting, or feeling like a completely different person during your luteal phase, this episode will help you understand what's really going on beneath the surface.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE:

• Low progesterone is often a symptom of deeper dysfunction rather than the root cause itself.
• Progesterone is primarily produced after ovulation, making healthy ovulation essential for healthy progesterone levels.
• Chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation are among the most common drivers of low progesterone.
• Under-eating, low-calorie diets, inadequate carbohydrates, and nutrient deficiencies can impair ovulation and hormone production.
• Blood sugar instability increases cortisol production, which can negatively impact progesterone levels.
• Thyroid health and progesterone are deeply connected, and thyroid dysfunction can impair ovulation.
• Gut dysfunction and inflammation can contribute to hormone imbalances through poor nutrient absorption and impaired estrogen clearance.
• Many cases of "estrogen dominance" are actually low progesterone relative to estrogen.
• Supporting progesterone naturally requires addressing stress, nutrition, blood sugar, thyroid function, and gut health simultaneously.

LINKS:

• Book a strategy call with Hannah HERE
• Take the Gut Health Root Cause Quiz for free!
• Equip Protein: use the code hannahaylwardhhc for 15% off
• Listen to Episode 11 - Top 5 Tips for Balancing Your Blood Sugar
• Listen to Episode 70 - Are You Addicted to Stress Hormones?
• Listen to Episode 28 - How Your Gut Is Messing With Your Hormones: The Estrogen & Thyroid Connection

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