Is estrogen or progesterone deficiency driving my sugar cravings?

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  1. Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum
     
    Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum answered:
    Take this simple quiz to see if estrogen or progestin deficiency is driving sugar cravings:
    1. Have you had a hysterectomy or ovarian surgery? ( 25 points)
    2. Do you have decreased vaginal lubrication? (25 points)
    3. Do you have decreased sex drive (libido)? (15 points)
    4. In the week before and around your period (or in general if you no longer have periods), do you experience noticeably worse: insomnia, headaches, fatigue, or hot flashes/sweats? (20 points for each of these that apply)
    If you scored 30 or higher you likely have symptoms from estrogen or progesterone deficiency.

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