DHEA Supplements
What is DHEA?
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands
from cholesterol. A hormone is a chemical produced in one part of the
body that is carried to another part of the body where it has a specific
effect. DHEA is the most common steroid in humans. DHEA is easily converted
into other hormones: testosterone (the primary male sex hormone), estrogen
(an important female sex hormone), or other steroids.
As we age, the levels of certain hormones decline, especially DHEA.
It begins to decline after the age of 30 with about a 50% decline by the
age of 40 and about 85% decline by the age of 70.
Side Effects
DHEA has been known to cause skin problems, increased facial hair growth
in women, mood swings.
High doses may cause: liver damage, heart palpitations or rhythm disturbances.
DHEA has not been tested in combination with other medicines, therefore
little is known about drug / hormone interactions.
DHEA Supplements
In 1994, DHEA was classified as a dietary supplement, allowing sales over
the counter.
Studies have shown that supplementing 50-100mg of DHEA per day helped
increase muscle mass and improve overall health condition. DHEA supplements
help those who have adrenal deficiency and low levels of DHEA. The benefits
from DHEA supplements (in those who are deficient) include improved sense
of wellbeing, more alertness and stamina, and enhanced sexual interest
and libido. DHEA is helpful in older men and women with osteoporosis.
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