In our last article we talked about DHEA, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Adrenal imbalance. Many people who find themselves struggling with daily fatigue, nightly Insomnia, chronic pain, thyroid problems suffer with adrenal imbalances. What many don’t realize is just how powerful and detrimental prolonged stress is on the various systems of the body. Chronic stress whether real or perceived, taxes the adrenal glands to the point where you now suffer with more advanced stages of adrenal fatigue leading to low DHEA reserves.

Symptoms of  Low DHEA

• Extreme fatigue
• Decrease in muscle mass
• Decrease in bone density
• Depression
• Aching joints
• Loss of libido
• Lowered immunity

While these symptoms are a good indicator of low DHEA, we need to look at adrenal functions and DHEA levels as one of several diagnostic tools. Since excessive DHEA in the body can also bring negative results, DHEA supplementation is not always necessary or the best course of action. Likewise, DHEA supplementation, by itself, without lifestyle changes is rarely the answer, no matter what the supplement manufacturers might want you to believe.

Symptoms and Side Effects Of Excessive DHEA

The most common DHEA side effects includes acne breakouts on facial and back skin, male pattern baldness, hair loss, stomach ache, emotional behavioral changes and high blood pressure as well. Even though in both men and women, side effects are similar but still there are few side effects in women that distinguishes them, which cover irregular menstrual cycle, excessive sweating, facial hair growth and ovarian infection.

One of the most common sex related side effects of DHEA supplement is the increasing production level of testosterone and estrogen in males and females which could lead to sexual health problems like low erection level, fertility health condition and breast tenderness in women as well.

According to recent researches on the side effects of DHEA it is suggested that DHEA is highly unsafe for any age group when it is consumed in high level doses and taken continuously for long period of time. It is always recommended to seek help from a Functional Medicine Practitioner, who uses 24 hour saliva testing and then retests every 90 days to ensure the exact amount of DHEA doses you need to take.

Your lifestyle, diet, stress levels, and individual biochemistry all contribute to proper adrenal functions and DHEA levels. After testing, we often prescribe changes in these areas to aid improvement to adrenal functions, DHEA levels, and overall health. Combined with nutritional support and necessary lifestyle changes, DHEA supplementation can make a huge difference in hormonal health.

(For more information on adrenal function and adrenal exhaustion, see our article on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and adrenal health. You can also download our Free Guide by filling our your name and email. This guide outlines Dr. Hagmeyers approach to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Adrenal Fatigue, Weight gain, Insomnia, Loss of Libido and Digestive problems that often accompany this disorder.

Our Chronic Fatigue and Adrenal Recovery Program is a customized, natural treatment for people who suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, high DHEA, or Low DHEA.

We use advanced testing methods, nutritional supplements, Dietary modifications, Hormone and endocrine support formula, and lifestyle guidance.

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Each person who suffers with symptoms of  Fatigue, hormonal imbalances, weight gain has a different set of mechanisms or causes.

Our office will customize a Health Restoration Program based on your testing and tailor it to your individual needs. We know that this can be a difficult time and situation, and are here to help.

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