DHEA
Dehydroepiandrosterone
A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands that declines with age. Supplementation may support energy, mood, and immune function, though evidence is mixed.
Key Research
Peer-Reviewed Evidence • 3 Citations
DHEA replacement for postmenopausal women: A systematic review
Panjari M, Davis SR•J Clin Endocrinol Metab•2007•PMID: 17284625
Key Finding: DHEA supplementation shows modest improvements in sexual function and well-being in postmenopausal women, with mixed evidence for other outcomes.
View on PubMedDHEA supplementation and cognition in aging: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Grimley Evans J et al.•Cochrane Database Syst Rev•2006•PMID: 17054222
Key Finding: Current evidence insufficient to support DHEA supplementation for cognitive improvement in older adults, though no safety concerns identified.
View on PubMedDehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and bone mineral density in healthy older women
Jankowski CM et al.•J Clin Endocrinol Metab•2006•PMID: 16449337
Key Finding: One-year DHEA supplementation modestly increased spinal bone mineral density in older women, supporting its potential role in osteoporosis prevention.
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📊 Evidence by Outcome
Restores DHEA-S levels in older adults. Benefits most pronounced in those with confirmed deficiency.
15 studies • Consistency: Moderate • Effect: Moderate
Some evidence for bone mineral density improvement, particularly in women.
8 studies • Consistency: Mixed • Effect: Small
👥 Community Insights
Energy improved moderately. Best for those with confirmed low DHEA-S.
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