DHEA
DHEA is the most common steroid present in our bodies, after cholesterol. DHEA
is an abbreviation for dehydroepiandrosterone, which is pronounced
dee-HI-dro-EPP-ee-an-DROS-ter-own. Produced by our adrenal glands and gonads
(testes/ovaries), it is a precursor for the body's manufacture of many other
significant hormones. Levels of estrogens or androgens for which DHEA is
precursor also drop with aging, consistent with DHEA having been found to be a
significant source of these hormones. Supplementation with DHEA can restore
DHEA to peak adult levels.
MOTHER OF
HORMONES
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is synthesized in the body primarily in the
adrenal cortex and the gonads. After cholesterol, it is the steroid found in
highest levels in the blood, mainly as the readily-produced sulfate derivative
(DHEAS). DHEA is called the mother of hormones by researchers because it is
used by the body, either directly as a precursor steroid, through
hormone-influenced feedback mechanisms, or through further metabolism of
first-pass metabolites, to manufacture many critical intermediates and
hormones, including sex hormones that are necessary for many bodily functions.
Some of these hormones are well known, such as estrogen (estrone, estriol,
estradiol) and androgen (testosterone). The importance of DHEA/DHEAS is
highlighted by findings that approximately 50% of total androgens in adult men
are derived from DHEA/DHEAS. And in women, the formation of estrogens in
peripheral tissues from DHEA/DHEAS is approximately 75% before menopause, and
close to 100% after menopause.
DHEA LEVELS
DECREASE AS WE AGE
Investigators interested in the biology of aging have increasingly focused
their attention on DHEA and its sulfated form, DHEAS. Blood levels of DHEA/DHEAS
are high at birth, decline markedly, then rise early in puberty, and usually
peak at around age 20 to 30. Levels then progressively decline. Levels at age
70, for example, may be in the vicinity of 20% of the peak values attained in
ages 20 to 30; levels at ages 85 to 90, may be in the vicinity of 5% of
earlier peak values. In this same time frame, correspondingly dramatic
reductions in circulating androgens/estrogens occur.
EXCITING ANIMAL
RESULTS WITH DHEA
Numerous experimental studies in animals have demonstrated wide-ranging
beneficial effects of DHEA supplementation. Beneficial effects in these
studies have been observed in such areas as weight control, diabetes, cancer,
heart disease, enhancement of the immune system, and even in prolongation of
life span. Further studies are necessary to determine the extent to which the
results of animal studies can be projected to humans.
HUMAN STUDY
INTEREST
These exciting animal study results have led investigators to speculate that
some of the degenerative changes associated with human aging may be related to
the well-known progressive decline in circulating DHEA/DHEAS. The relevance of
these studies to humans remains an open scientific question, and the subject
of great interest and on-going investigation. DHEA, in fact, has become one of
the most extensively studied substances in medical history.
Areas of new
investigations, new results, and new ideas and speculations regarding
potential applications come out on a continuing, even daily basis in the
medical and scientific press, in broadcast news programs, in summaries in the
popular health and consumer oriented press, and even on the Internet. Prudence
dictates that we should maintain a conservative attitude until fully reviewed
scientific studies confirming new applications become available.
DHEA
SUPPLEMENTATION IN HUMANS
DHEA supplementation in quality double-blindplacebo-controlled cross-over
human studies in male and females aged 40 to 70 show that DHEA supplementation
can restore circulating DHEA/DHEAS levels to those found in young adults.
Levels in these studies included either 50 mg or 100 mg daily supplementation.
These results appear consistent with animal study expectations. Owing to
possible individual variability, it has been recommended that persons consider
having their DHEA/DHEAS levels checked prior to and during the use of DHEA
supplements to determine if supplementation is appropriate and to assure that
the optimum level is being reached, and to avoid ingestion of excessive
amounts.
ADDITIONAL PRODUCT OPTIONS
TO ENSURE BETTER HEALTH
Please note
that drinking lots of water is vital to keeping
your body and stomach in proper order. It is
recommended that an adult human should consume about 32 oz
of water minimum per day. Having a 8 oz glass of water
4 times a day is also the suggested method of doing it
correctly.
In addition to including Endocryn DHEA in your
daily supplementation, you may want to include a multivitamin for additional
nutritional support:
Daily BioBasics is a nutritional powerhouse that
helps boost energy levels, promotes circulation which enriches brainpower,
sustains calcium levels and provides your body the essential vitamins and
minerals it needs on a daily basis.
EPA Plus helps to protect against heart disease,
improve endocrine functions and at the same time support many enzyme functions
in the body, which play a key role in neurological functions as well.*
For additional information on Endocryn DHEA,
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Once again, Endocryn DHEA™ tablets contain a full 30 mg of the dietary supplement
DHEA. This miraculous substance is called the mother of hormones because it
is a metabolic precursor to many significant hormones and hormone
intermediates.
TESTIMONIALS: Here is what a
few people had to say:
"My husband and I are in our
fourties. Shortly after starting on the Endocryn DHEA, I realized I felt
better than I had for years. Then, I realized my weight loss diet seemed
to be working better. All I can say is Thank You, Thank You."
- D. H., Kingman, AZ
"I decided to try Endocryn DHEA and the
Proanthenols.
What did I have to lose? I was desperate. After three days on these
products, my husband noticed I was breathing a bit easier (I also have
allergies). Within about a week, I had a bit more energy and also noticed my
allergies were not as bad." -
D. K., British Columbia
"Let me
tell you about my favorite Life Plus product -
Endocryn DHEA. My
husband and I are in our forties. Shortly after starting on the Endocryn DHEA,
I realized I felt better and had more energy. Then, I realized my diet was
working better. I was losing weight faster. Shortly after that, my husband and
I both noticed an increase in sexual drive. Last, but certainly not least, my
hot flashes completely stopped! All I can say is Thank You, Thank You, Thank
You!!! I never want to run out." Endocryn DHEA User for Life."
- D. H.; Arizona
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