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DHEA
DHEA also called the Mother Hormone, is
produced by the adrenal glands in the adrenal cortex, testes and
ovaries. It is the most abundant steroid in the bloodstream and is
present at even higher levels in brain tissue. DHEA is a metabolic
intermediate in the pathway for the synthesis of testosterone and
estrogen. Studies have shown a direct relationship between plasma DHEA
levels and the inhibition of many degenerative diseases. DHEA levels
peak around 20 to 30 years of age with a gradual decrease as a person
ages. DHEA permits serum cholesterol and other serum lipids improved
entry into liver cells for excretion thru the bile into the intestine,
thereby lowering serum cholesterol and triglycerides. Kidney functions
may be favorably influenced by daily intake of DHEA. DHEA
supplementation supports restoration of mineral homeostasis, with
normalization of serum potassium and magnesium. DHEA Supplementation may
help to prevent a negative nitrogen balance and the loss of lean body
mass frequently associated with the aging process.
Warning: Men
with prostate cancer and women with reproductive cancers and /or
reproductive pre-cancerous conditions should not use DHEA unless under
strict, experienced medical supervision.
Research Summery
- levels are the highest during our 20s and
30s and drop about 20% every decade
- is produced by the adrenal glands in the
adrenal cortex, testes, and ovaries
- is involved in the production of
testosterone and estrogen
- works to lower serum cholesterol and triglycerides
- Kidney functions may be favorably influenced
by DHEA
- supplementation supports restoration of
mineral homeostasis, with normalization of serum potassium and
magnesium.
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