Posted by tealady on November 29, 2004, at 16:34:13 [reposted on November 29, 2004, at 22:27:58 | original URL]
In reply to Re: estrogen and the brain » tealady, posted by jasmineneroli on November 29, 2004, at 13:35:57
> Hi Jan:
> I don't remember if the book plots estriol and estrone ( I don't think so), but it does go into explanations about them.
> I seem to recall that the emphasis on estriol over estradiol had to do with lower side effects, better tolerance, the phenomenon of "estrogen dominance" and also worries about cancer (safer profile). Also, I think that estriol can convert into estradiol.
> There's so much I don't remember about my research (which I did a lot of, about 3 years ago)!!!!!! Additionally, there may well be new findings, since then.
> I'll have to review it all over again!
> I'll get back to you.
> JasThanks Jas,
Estradiol converts to estriol..as does estrone. (in my previous post)
And yes they are the reasons they cite for using estriol mainly. I'd really like to know what ratios tthe blood does have ..even if just at midcycle. You'd think someone would have tested the 3 ratios together!
And estrogen dominance is not a problem for me. I doubt if its a problem for anyone not overweight, but I guess there are always exceptions.
The weight factor comes in as fat..especially around stomach makes estrone, which may, I guess cause estrogen dominance.
Then again some of the environmental estrogens may come into play there too.
I've actually never heard of anyone with blood tests who show "estrogen dominance" though. (if taken on correct days)Be great to hear if that book does mention figures or ratios for esriol, estrone and estradiol.
Jan
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