There is a small gland in the middle of the head just below the brain known as the pituitary which contains lactotroph cells that produces prolactin, the hormone as its name implies (prolactation) has a primary function of stimulating the production of breast milk. The function of prolactin can be divided into a number of areas: reproductive, metabolic, regulation of fluids (osmoregulation), regulation of the immune system, and so on with over 300 effects in the human body.
The majority of prolactin comes from your brain. More precisely, your anterior (front) pituitary gland
Other tissues and organs in your body produce small amounts too, they include:
Prolactin is not just a “milk” hormone, although the central roles of the hormone are around pregnancy and nursing, men also produce a significant amount of it. prolactin helps men to maintain reproductive health and strong immunity. other functions include:
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Prolactin may not be important for reproduction in men. However, the investigation carried out on 20 infertile men with low prolactin revealed that after prolactin treatment, abnormal sperm cells reduced by 42%. hence low prolactin is one of the primary causes of the participants’ infertility.
According to an observational trial with over 2.5K people, low prolactin is associated with:
While hyperprolactinemia causes a drop in sex hormones and sexual dysfunction in both men and women. It blocks hormones that are essential for reproductive health.
Several studies show that high prolactin level has a detrimental effect on libido and fertility in men but with the best natural remedies like the organic fertility pack, sexual function and testosterone will be restored.
The normal level of prolactin supports sexual function and reproductive health in men while higher or low prolactin can hinder them.
If a man or a non-nursing female is experiencing nipple discharge, it is an abnormal process known as galactorrhea and the growth of a mas breast tissue is called gynecomastia. They occur as a result of transient hormonal disbalance in puberty.
Also Read: 6 Ways to Naturally Increase Your Testosterone Levels
The following may cause galactorrhea and gynecomastia in adults:
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Naturopathic Doctor & Founder, Green Remedies Int’l
Coach Amuda is a Holistic Practitioner and the C.E.O of Green Remedies International, a wellness company that specializes in tackling different health challenges through Natural, Organic, and Holistic Medicines.
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