DHEA

What is DHEA? DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) is a steroid hormone naturally produced in the human body in the adrenal glands located just above the kidneys. DHEA goes into the bloodstream, and from then on it travels all over the body and goes into our cells where it is converted into male hormones, known as androgens, and female hormones, known as estrogens. DHEA is the most common steroid in humans. DHEA levels begin to decrease with age. While supplementing DHEA will not reverse aging, it does seem to alleviate some of the problems associated with aging. It may be helpful to take enough DHEA to bring levels up to the normal range. Do not take more than 50mg of DHEA per day.

DHEA health benefits:

• Enhances sexual interest and libido
• Helpful in older men and women with osteoporosis
• Helps reverse bone loss
• Helpful in reducing fatigue and improving thinking difficulties
• Many people who have taken DHEA report improved energy levels and a better sense of well being.

Precautions & Possible Side Effects:

• If you choose to use DHEA, use it in small doses (50mg or less) and do it under the supervision of a qualified medical professional
• Individuals with normal levels of DHEA who take high doses are likely get DHEA side effects.
  Common side effects caused by high doses of DHEA include: Acne; Increased sweat odor and possible scalp itching; Hair thinning or hair loss. High doses of DHEA could cause heart palpitations or rhythm disturbances.