08/12/2026
Great explanation from our wonderful friends at the Remedy Room.
If you've had a hysterectomy and were told you don't need it anymore, this one's important. 👇
Here's the myth: progesterone exists only to protect the uterine lining, so no uterus means no need. That misses almost everything this hormone actually does. 🚫
Progesterone works all over your body, in places that have nothing to do with reproduction. 🧬
🧠 It calms your brain. Progesterone helps produce GABA, the neurotransmitter that quiets your nervous system. This is a big reason it supports sleep and a steadier mood.
😴 It helps you rest. Low progesterone is often why women lie awake wired at 3am, even when they're exhausted.
⚖️ It balances estrogen. These two are meant to work as a pair. Estrogen without enough progesterone to balance it can leave women anxious, irritable, and inflamed.
💗 It has receptors far beyond the uterus, in the brain, bones, breast tissue, and blood vessels.
So when someone loses their progesterone (through surgery, menopause, or perimenopause) and only replaces estrogen, they're left with half a system. 🔄
Your uterus was never the only thing that needed this hormone. Your whole body did. 🌱
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This is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before making changes to your health routine.
