Natural progesterone is very different. It helps balance estrogen. It improves sleep. It has a very wonderful, natural calming effect. It helps lower blood pressure. It helps the body use and eliminate fats. It lowers cholesterol. It offers some protection against breast cancer. It increases scalp hair. It helps balance fluid in the cells. Natural progesterone increases the beneficial effects of estrogen on blood vessels. It increases metabolic rate. It functions as a natural antidepressive and as a diuretic.