Description
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is a naturally occurring compound found in the body that is mostly synthesized in the adrenal glands. The adrenals are the glands that secrete certain hormones and are responsible for the body’s stress or“fight-or-flight” response. Circulating DHEA is used by many tissues such as skin, bone, ovaries and testes. It converts to other hormones such as estrogen and testosterone in both men and women which are then used for a wide varietyof physiological processes.DHEA 5mg supplies 5mg of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) per capsule for the synthesis of important hormones and for a variety of potential physiological responses, such as healthy aging, ongoing energy and vitality, and a balanced stress response, as well as muscle integrity and fat metabolism.*Recommended Use: Take 1 capsule per day with a meal or as directed by your health-care practitioner.Warning: Do not use if pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant. If using any hormonal products, consult your health-care practitioner before using DHEA.