"Doc, once I turned 50 years old, my anxiety levels skyrocketed. Especially in the morning. What caused this?"

As you age, your estrogen levels are not the only hormone to wane. Your progesterone levels drop to nearly zero once ovulation ceases.

Progesterone: The Calming Hormone

"If estrogen is your body’s spark plug, progesterone is the brake pedal that keeps you from burning out. It’s the hormone that whispers, Relax, I’ve got this.”

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Progesterone: Your Anti-Anxiety Hormone

Progesterone often gets overshadowed, but it’s the hormone that brings balance and calm to your system.

• Soothes Your Mind & Body – reduces anxiety, promotes inner peace
• Supports Sleep – helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer
• Balances Estrogen – keeps estrogen from being dominant.
• Protects Health – improves your bones, heart, and metabolism

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How You'll Know Progesterone Is Low.

When progesterone dips too low, you might notice:

• Mood swings or feeling “on edge”
• Trouble sleeping
• PMS that hijacks your life
• Anxiety that comes out of nowhere
• Irregular or heavy cycles

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Small Shifts, Big Wins

Supporting your progesterone can be as simple as:

• Managing stress (because stress thwarts progesterone production)
• Prioritizing a good night's sleep (Sleep optimizes hormone production)
• Eating healthy GodMade fats fuel progesterone production
• Supplementing with progesterone (Small does do wonders)
• Working with a hormone coach who can guide you

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Do You Need Some Hormone Guidance?

You don’t have to figure this out alone. I offer all my readers free guidance. My free coaching program provides:

• A free initial consultation – where we’ll uncover your unique hormone and weight balance story, and chart a path forward.
• One free week of daily personalized coaching – practical steps you can start right away to feel calmer, lighter, and more in control.
  • Daily Statistical Texting on weight and sleep
  • 24/7 access to me so I can customize hormone protocols.
  • An Hormone Optimization Course
  • A Motivational Phone call at the end to send you on your way

Today is your chance to test-drive what hormone optimization coaching can do—for free. All you have to do is text me. And remember, I have practiced natural health optimization for over 45 years and have helped thousands of patients and clients. I am now retired, having been so for 10 years. I do this not as my job, but as my passion.

Text "I'd like to talk" to 209-345-9799. And I will set up a convenient time to be your Hormone Concierge for a week. I will explain how you can be yourself after 50 and look and feel the way you desire.

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Text "I'd like to talk" to 209-345-9799

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THIS WEEK'S USIE

As you probably know I spent the month of August researching the Mediterranean Diet along the Mediterranean. We started in Liverpool because I'm a Beatle Freak. We went to the Cavern Club and toured the Beatle's childhood homes. Vicky took a pic of me and one of our traveling partners as we sat in our hotel in Liverpool.

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Hormone and Weight Optimization Author and Coaches

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HOPE isn’t just a feeling. It’s a protocol—and it’s waiting for you. 💖

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Disclaimer:

The information provided in this newsletter is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, including zinc, especially if you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or are taking medications. Individual needs may vary; this content does not replace the advice of a professional medical expert.

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