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Benefits of DHEA DehydroepiandrosteroneShown to boost the immune system and impove overal feelings of well being along with other health benefits

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What is DHEA and what are its Benefits?

DHEA is a steroid hormone produced in the body by the adrenal glands. Hormones are small powerful molecules that influence every cell in the body and are necessary for proper health and even life itself. Health disorders can occur when the ratio of hormones becomes out of balance. Therapeutic use has proven hormones to be among the most effective biological agents in treating an endless number of adversities in the body.

Until recently, the role of DHEA in the body was uncertain. Thought to be nothing more than a "buffer hormone", DHEA was considered to serve only in the production of other hormones. Scientists now have learned that body cells have DHEA receptors meaning the hormone has a specific role in the body. While it is similar in structure to testosterone, progesterone and estrogen, DHEA has an endless number of functions in the biological spectrum.

The latest research dedicated to DHEA suggests the hormone may be a great benefit in treating an array of health problems while relatively free of side effects. The therapeutic value of DHEA is being applied to the preventative measures and treatment for conditions such as cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, immune disorders and chronic fatigue. The hormone is also being explored for potential benefits in the aging process.

Of particular interest is the effect of DHEA on the burning of fat in the body. Laboratory use suggests that DHEA may be the only substance, which could actually reduce the level of fat in the body without a change in the diet. DHEA appears to have the ability to convert consumed calories into heat rather than allowing them to be stored as fat. While it burns the fat, DHEA may also promote lean muscle tissue.

The role of DHEA may also be of interest to athletes. Research has shown a direct connection between the level of DHEA and other hormones such as testosterone in the body. It appears that as DHEA levels are increased in the body, the production of other hormones is elevated.

DHEA levels in the body peak at around age 20 and begin to drop in most individuals from that point on. It is estimated that by age 80, DHEA levels drop by approximately 95%. DHEA is the only hormone to decline in linear fashion in both sexes. Studies suggest that as DHEA levels drop, medical problems increase. For this reason, many scientists feel DHEA is the most dominant hormone in the body. Despite a lack of knowledge in the past, increased research on DHEA may prove invaluable in the search of cures for the ills that plague mankind.

DHEA DOSING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A DHEA (dihydroepiandrosterone sulfate) blood test should be taken 3-6 weeks after beginning DHEA therapy to help determine optimal dosing. Some people neglect to test their blood levels for DHEA and wind up chronically taking the wrong dose. When having your blood tested for DHEA, blood should be drawn three to four hours after the last dose. DHEA testing may save you money if it shows that you can take less DHEA to maintain youthful DHEA serum levels.

The standard blood test to evaluate DHEA status is one that measures DHEAS. The DHEAS is calculated in micrograms per deciliter (mcg/dL) of blood.

The youthful ranges of DHEAS are as follows:

Men 400-560
Women 350-430

People over age 40, who do not supplement with DHEA, usually have serum levels below 200, and many are below 100. Chronic DHEA deficiency is a risk factor for developing the degenerative diseases of aging according to the preponderance of evidence existing in the scientific literature.

Some people obtain a baseline DHEAS blood test before beginning DHEA replacement therapy, however, based upon numerous DHEA blood tests, anyone over age 40 who does not supplement DHEA is already deficient in serum DHEA. Therefore, it may be more economical to have the first DHEA blood test 3-6 weeks after initiating DHEA replacement therapy. There are precautions that should be observed that are different for men and Women.

Men
Before initiating DHEA therapy, men should know their serum PSA (prostate specific antigen) level and have passed a digital rectal exam. Men with prostate cancer or severe benign prostate disease are advised to avoid DHEA since DHEA can be converted into testosterone (and estrogen). These sex hormones and their metabolites can promote cell proliferation. It is important to understand, however, that well-controlled studies show that serum DHEA levels are usually lower in men with malignant prostate disease compared to healthy control subjects. Therefore, men are advised to have a PSA and digital rectal exam before initiating DHEA therapy to rule out existing prostate disease, not because DHEA causes the disease. To the contrary, there is evidence indicating that maintaining youthful levels of DHEA may protect against prostate cancer.

To reduce the risk that hormone modulation with DHEA could contribute to a prostate problem, men taking DHEA are also advised to take:

Vitamin E 400-800 IU daily
Selenium 200-600 mcg daily
Mega Soy Extract (40% isoflavone extract) 135 mcg twice daily
Lycopene Extract 20-40 mg daily
Saw Palmetto Extract 160 mg twice daily
Pygeum Extract 50 mg twice daily
Nettle Extract 120 mg twice daily
Gamma Tocopheral 200 mg daily



Note: An aromatase inhibitor should be considered if serum estrogen levels are high. Refer to the Male Hormone Modulation Protocol for complete information about suppressing excessive estrogen levels.

Men over 40 should consider checking their PSA and DHEAS serum levels every six to twelve months thereafter. Men should also periodically check their blood levels for free testosterone and estrogen to make sure that DHEA is following a youthful metabolic pathway. See the Male Hormone Modulation protocol for additional hormone balance testing that can be done at the same time serum DHEA and PSA levels are being tested.

Women
DHEA can increase serum estrogen levels in Women and eliminate the need for estrogen replacement therapy in some Women.

To help protect cells (especially breast cells) from excessive proliferation in response to estrogen, Women taking DHEA should also take:

Melatonin 500 mcg to 3 mg nightly
Vitamin E Succinate 400-800 IU daily
Mega Soy Extract (40% isoflavone extract) 135 mg twice daily
Indole-3-carbinol 200 mg twice daily
Vitamin D3 1000-1400 IU daily


Women should consider estrogen and testosterone testing when they take their DHEA blood test in order to evaluate DHEA’s affect on their blood levels of estrogens.

Women who have been diagnosed with an estrogen-dependent cancer should consult their physicians before beginning DHEA therapy. Some studies indicate that higher serum DHEA protects against breast cancer, but no adequate studies have been done to evaluate the effects of DHEA in breast cancer patients. If DHEA were to elevate estrogens too much, this could theoretically increase the risk of estrogen receptor positive breast cancer cells proliferating faster. Women taking DHEA should refer to the Female Hormone Modulation protocol for information about restoring youthful hormone balance.

Caution:

DHEA can be converted into testosterone (and estrogen). These sex hormones and their metabolites can promote benign and malignant prostate cell proliferation. Men with prostate cancer or severe benign prostate hypertrophy are advised to avoid DHEA. Women with estrogen-dependent cancer should consult their physicians before beginning DHEA therapy.

Individuals with existing liver disease (such as viral hepatitis or cirrhosis) might consider taking DHEA sublingually (under your tongue) or using a topical DHEA cream to reduce the amount of DHEA entering the liver. DHEA is converted by the liver into DHEA-s (dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate). Those with liver disease should carefully monitor liver enzyme levels to make sure that DHEA therapy is not making liver disease worse.

Dosage and use:

  • For optimal results, take 25mg to 100mg early in the day.
  • Taking DHEA with fat or an oil capsule enhances absorption.
  • DHEA serum blood tests are suggested 3 to 6 weeks after initiating DHEA replacement therapy to optimize individual dosing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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