Progesterone is often associated with women, but what about progesterone in men? A hormonal imbalance caused by low progesterone can be just as problematic for men as it is for women. Find out about the importance of progesterone for men in this video.
0:00 Progesterone in men
0:15 Progesterone benefits
1:37 What causes low progesterone levels?
2:22 Pregnenolone
3:00 Cofactors for pregnenolone
3:54 Factors contributing to hormonal imbalance
6:00 Vitamin D and hormone balance
6:45 How to boost testosterone
In this video, we’re going to talk about progesterone in men. Progesterone is a precursor for testosterone and helps maintain healthy testosterone levels. Potential progesterone benefits for men include the following:
•Anti-inflammatory
•Decreases inflammation in the brain
•Increases neurogenesis
•Protects against dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's
•Anti-depressant effects
•Helps increase the production of sperm
•Helps maintain muscle mass
•Supports the immune system
•Prevents the enlargement of the prostate
•Helps reduce the risk of breast tissue in men
Cholesterol is the raw material for all steroid hormones in the body. Statins block cholesterol and can inhibit your ability to make important hormones, leading to hormonal imbalance. Sardines, organ meats, fatty meat, and whole milk cheese are the best sources of cholesterol.
Cholesterol is turned into pregnenolone, a “happy” hormone that helps increase other hormones. Pregnenolone is the precursor to progesterone.
These 3 cofactors allow you to turn cholesterol into pregnenolone.
1. Magnesium
Many people are deficient in magnesium. Increasing magnesium can often solve low testosterone. Avocados, leafy greens, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, or magnesium glycinate supplements are good sources of magnesium.
2. Zinc
Zinc can increase testosterone levels. Shellfish, oysters, and red meat are the best sources of zinc.
3. Vitamin B3
Nutritional yeast supplements are the best source of niacin.
Chronic stress, insulin, and endocrine disruptors can interfere with the biochemical pathways that support healthy hormone balance. Alcohol also decreases testosterone.
Inflammation can negatively affect progesterone in men. Vitamin D can indirectly increase progesterone and testosterone by decreasing inflammation. You need at least 10,000 IU per day! If you have low progesterone or low testosterone, you’ll need around 20,000 IU per day.
If you want to boost testosterone, you need to consume quality protein. Grass-fed red meat is the best source. High-intensity interval training and resistance training stimulate the body to make more testosterone. Avoid overtraining!
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Thanks for watching! I hope this increases your awareness about progesterone in men. I’ll see you in the next video.
32 responses to “The Forgotten Hormone”
Dr Berg, thank you again! I appreciate you!
Yep! There is a misconception that this is like estrogen but it’s needed in male bodies too. Thanks as always Dr for your insights.
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Hi Dr Berg, many thanks for all theses valuable information. Could you please make a video about how to treat hyponatremia caused by long term use of corticosteroids.
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The Forgotten Hormone
Progesterone’s Role (00:00): Supports testosterone, brain health, and prevents prostate issues.
Sources (02:11): Cholesterol-rich foods like organ meats, fatty meats, and whole-milk cheese.
Boosting Progesterone (03:11): Magnesium, zinc, vitamin B3.
Inhibitors (04:14): Statins, stress, insulin, endocrine disruptors, alcohol, and inflammation.
Recommendations (06:28): Vitamin D, quality protein, resistance training, and avoiding overtraining.
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I had low testosterone and developed the female breast tissue (I’m a 60yr old white male, in the UK) and was having a testosterone injection every 7 weeks.
I suffered from irritable mood and low energy cycles, good when I had had my jab, but draining as the 7 weeks went on (like constant PMT)
I was recommended BORON (3mg tablet, once a day), which has got me off the testosterone jabs and restored my mood and energy levels
Please inform us about pré and after, concerning your sexual virility. Mine is down since i’m 63.
Thanks.
Hello there, thanks for reaching out. Here is a video that might have helpful information. Check this out! 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wto7ajhH970
@@louisdewit4429 It did boost my, erm, libido 🙂
Getting “excited” is a lot easier as well
@@Drberg Cheers Doc 👍🏼👍🏼
Eat a good diet and lift weights. Keep stress to a minimum and your testosterone will increase naturally. It will take a little time. You will know that it is happening when you have more energy and you are sleeping better.
Progesterone in Men:
1. Roles:
– Precursor to testosterone, helps maintain hormone balance.
– Protects the brain, reduces inflammation, promotes brain cell growth, and has antidepressant effects.
– Prevents prostate enlargement and abnormal breast tissue growth.
2. Causes of Decline:
– Lack of cholesterol (due to statins), stress, refined carbs/sugar, alcohol, harmful chemicals, and chronic inflammation.
3. Natural Ways to Boost:
– Increase cholesterol intake from liver, sardines, and fatty meats.
– Supplement with magnesium, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin D, and protein from red meat.
– Perform HIIT workouts, avoid overtraining, and manage stress effectively.
Progesterone helps balance hormones and supports overall health in men.
Been watching for years. Love the content Dr. BERG top-notch.💪😄
I gotta say, I love you and your videos. They’re concise, very informative and I’m able to watch ’em from beginning to end without feeling like I need to rest. Don’t get me wrong, I have watched your longer videos without pausing. You are one of the Youtube doctors that I trust when it comes to changing my diet and habits. I needed that. Thanks a lot!
I have PTSD, and have been in flight/flight for decades, with hypertension. Several months ago I started 25 mg of progesterone nightly (mixed with vitamin E on the gums). I found I was able to sleep better, and felt a little calmer during the day. I went up to 50 mg nightly, and not only can I sleep through the night, but my BP dropped to the point I was able to stop metoprolol after decades on it. Progesterone, along with TRT (only 100mg/week) have been a game-changer for me.
You need to try a little bit of magnesium. Maybe 100-200mg per day. That will calm you down in a hurry. It is the electrolyte that creates relaxation
@@nohandletobehadwhat brand of magnesium do you use? Do you mind sharing, please?
How is progesterone taken ? Is it by injection, powder form, or pill ? And why the Vitamin E ? Sorry for the multiple questions, but I’m 46, post chemo for Leukemia, and my Testosterone is officially tanked to 199. Trying to rebuild my body.
Glad to hear the good news. I have struggled with PTSD in the past and was retriggered a year ago. But I am probably like 70% recovered. I’d urge you to focus more on the root of the problem as a way to achieve long term health. Supplements are good for a short term when you need them but try to work toward actually solving the root of the problem that has caused the imbalance in your life in the 1st place.
🍄 my friend. Forget all that other stuff. Psilocybin to be exact. God bless
I believe Fenugreek powder can also increase Progesterone levels for at least a few hours. This is why it lowers DHT, and can raise Testosterone in Men. I have been doing self experiments to find out how it works.
Thanks for sharing your input! Here is some additional information 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCnAdzjSm9M
I would love to see you do a video on Resveratrol and Sulforaphane and their benefits to mitochondria and their benefits to kidney functions and health
Great video, Doc. The benefits you’ve outlined – from brain protection to prostate health – show why men need to pay attention to their progesterone levels too.
I heard it here first! Wow, more learnings integral to life and livin’ it!
It’s an amazing topic.Thank you so much drberg 🙏👍🙏🙏👍❤