DHEA, short for dehydroepiandrosterone, is the most abundant naturally occurring pro-hormone in the body. It is a hormone precursor only occurring in humans and upper level primates.
DHEA was first identified in 1931 by Dr. Adolf Butenandt, who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 1939. Frequently called “the anti-aging hormone”, DHEA is a base for more than 50 hormones that are smaller or more specific carbon chain molecules in human biochemistry. As a precursor for all estrogenic and androgenic hormones, humans make DHEA naturally from birth. Men and women produce more and more DHEA every year until about age 25, when levels are at their peak. After age 25, DHEA levels begin to decline at a rate of about two percent per year thereafter.
What does DHEA do?
One of the primary roles for DHEA is a base hormone precursor. DHEA also supports the immune system allowing for a greater number of and activity of natural killer (NK) cells. Low DHEA levels are associated with many diseases of aging, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, osteoporosis, depression and dementia.
DHEA promotes tissue formation after exercise, and counterbalances the inflammatory effects of cortisol. So it helps reduce soreness after workouts, and helps us to rebuild muscle, cartilage and bone. DHEA also serves as a base for sebum (skin oil), protecting skin cells from both UV and chemical carcinogens. In addition, DHEA stimulates formation of connective tissue and cartilage and improves bone strength.
DHEA supports:
-Energy, focus and mental acuity
-Immune system
-Lean muscle tone
-Bone strength
-Cardiovascular health
-Libido and sexual performance
-Deep REM sleep
-Softer, more hydrated skin
DHEA reduces:
-Abdominal Fat
-Risk of Cancer
-Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
-Fatigue
-Depression
-Poor quality sleep
-Joint pain
-Muscle soreness
It is not possible to eat any particular foods to increase DHEA. DHEA supplementation is generally recommended people 35 and up to maintain health.
Available without a prescription, DHEA is safe; and not addictive or habit forming. DHEA is available in the U.S.A. without a prescription.
It is very important to use DHEA properly to get the many benefits DHEA can provide. DHEA should be used as a properly made skin cream, rather than being taken as a pill. When taken orally as a pill, most DHEA is eliminated by the liver before it can have any beneficial effects.
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