WHAT IS

ESTROGEN?

WHAT IS?
Estrogen, also known as oestrogen, is a
sex hormone that is important for the
development and control of the female
reproductive system as well as
secondary sex characteristics. In
addition to regulating the menstrual
cycle, estrogen has an impact on the
reproductive system, urinary tract, heart
and blood vessels, bones, breasts, skin,
hair, mucous membranes, pelvic
muscles, and the brain.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS

OF ESTROGEN?
Estrogen benefits the heart by keeping
cardiovascular tissue healthy. It also aids in
the maintenance of your blood pressure. Yet
having high estrogen levels helps maintain
blood triglycerides (a form of fat) low, raises
HDL cholesterol (the good kind), and
decreases LDL cholesterol (the bad kind).
Estrogen influences the reproductive system,
the urinary tract, the heart and blood vessels,
the bones, the breasts, the skin, the hair, the
mucous membranes, the pelvic muscles, and
the brain in addition to controlling the monthly
cycle.

There are three major forms of estrogen:

Estrone (E1) is the primary form of estrogen that your body
makes after menopause.
Estradiol (E2) is the primary form of estrogen in your body
during your reproductive years. It's the most potent form of
estrogen.
Estriol (E3) is the primary form of estrogen during pregnancy.

WHY IS ESTROGEN
IMPORTANT?
Women who have low estrogen levels
may have symptoms such as mood
changes, hot flashes, uncomfortable
intercourse, headaches, and irregular
periods. Menopause is the most typical
cause of decreased estrogen. But,
excessive activity, uncontrolled eating,
or issues with your ovaries can also
cause reduced levels.