DHEA

for years this supplement was touted as the fountain of youth, helping to offset aging. It is true that as we age, our DHEA levels decline along with estrogen or testosterone. It has also been reported to be helpful in a variety of autoimmune conditions. I believe that DHEA can be of use when an individual has low levels of DHEA. However I think it is not wise to supplement with DHEA unless you have confirmed the fact that your levels are low and in need of supplementation. Taking a supplement that can increase hormone levels is a double edged sword. If you need it then it may be extremely helpful to supplement. If you do not need it, you may run the risk of increasing hormone levels to a point where you could cause abnormal growth in your body.

Related Articles

Hormone treats autoimmune disease

Science News, Vol. 158

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)

Clinical Pearls News, August 2000

Breaking Out of Andropause

Journal of Longevity

Lupus

Clinical Pearls News 159

The Consumer Guide to DHEA

www.mothernature.com/cg/dhea.asp

DHEA reduces deadly effects of stressDHEA prevents cancerThe solution is a natural plant sourceManapol kills serious viruses

Q ASAMe OR DHEAWhich One is Best to Alleviate Depression?

Life Extension, Feb. 2001

DHEA: The Promise of Youth

www.wholehealthmd.com/news/viewarticle/0,1513,10,00.html

DHEAS decreases overactivity of immune system

Life Extension, March 2001

Forever Young

The Sciences September/October 1995

Soy and DHEA Make Women Happy

Life Extension April 2001

Osteoprosis: Build Healthy Bones at any Stage of Life, Part INo More Midlife Mustache: Getting Rid of Unwanted Facial HairAre Menstral Cycles Obsolete?

Health Wisdom for Women VOL. 8 April 2001

DHEA Speeds the Healing Process

Life Extension April 2001

DHEA Dosing and Safety Precautions

Life Extension May 2001

DHEA Dosing and Safety Precautions

LIfe Extension, August 2001

DHEA Reduces Inflammation, Enhances Immunity, Protects Arteries and the Brain

Life Extension, August 2001

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)

American Chemical Society Division of Medicinal Chemistry