Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a hormone that naturally declines with age. DHEA supplements are often marketed as a way to boost energy, improve mood, and enhance physical and sexual health, and some people turn to them for these anti-aging benefits. But how effective are they, and are they safe to use? What is DHEA? DHEA is a hormone produced mainly by your adrenal glands, which are located ...
DHEA declines after age 30, increasing the risk for issues like inflammation and sexual dysfunction. Benefits, dosage, side effects of supplements are considered.
The hormone DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) used as a supplement may help manage symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, sexual arousal disorder, adrenal insufficiency (Addison’s disease), depression, systemic lupus erythematosus, weight loss/obesity, osteoporosis, Crohn’s disease, infertility, menopause, vaginal atrophy (postmenopausal), menopausal hot flashes, or induce labor in childbirth.
DHEA is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands. It’s a precursor to (i.e., is made into) estrogen and testosterone, and can exert weak benefits on its own. As an “antiaging” or performance enhancing supplement, its benefits are inconsistent.
AOL: 5 Uses for DHEA Supplements for Men, From Depression to Testosterone
One peek down a drugstore aisle and you’ll probably notice DHEA supplements. DHEA is said to help with everything from ED and depression to obesity and body fat distribution. We hate to break it to ...
Medically reviewed by Kelly Wood, MD Key Takeaways DHEA is a hormone supplement that may help treat conditions like depression and erectile dysfunction.There is no strong evidence supporting the use ...
San Diego, Calif. – – DHEA supplements are widely-available and touted as a preventive agent for many chronic diseases. A new study published in Journal of the American Geriatrics Society ...