Nutrient Depletion Checklist:
Estrogen & Hormone Replacement Therapies

Drug

Nutrient Depletions

Potential Depletion Problems

Estrogen derivatives & selective estrogen receptor modulators*

magnesium

asthma, cardiovascular problems, cramps, osteoporosis, PMS

vitamin B6

depression, increased cardiovascular disease risk, sleep disturbances

zinc

Slow wound healing, loss of sense of smell and taste, lower immunity

* Brand names include Estratab, Menest, Premarin, Premphase and Prempro. The scientific basis for this information is published from studies using these drugs or drugs from the same pharmacological class. Advise customers to ask their doctor or pharmacist if any of their medications can cause nutrient depletions.

Reprinted with permission from Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook (Lexi-Comp, 1999) by Ross Pelton, Ph.D., C.N.; James B. LaValle, N.D., C.N., D.H.M.; Ernest B. Hawkins; and Daniel L. Krinsky.