DHEA has anti-aging properties, because it counteracts the stress hormone, Cortisol, that cannibalizes our body and causes destruction of tissues causing rapid aging. Although it cannot be said with absolute certainty, that raising your DHEA levels with supplements will prevent oncoming disease, research certainly suggests this. The best way to know how much to take is to have your DHEA levels checked by a physician. Side effects include acne, irritability, fatigue and hirsutism in women. Side effects only occur with doses over 50mg per day.
Normal dosages appear quite safe.
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