This is of particular importance to individuals in their 20's and 30's who are presumably producing adequate quantities of the hormone without supplementation. In addition, DHEA can be converted to testosterone in women and could theoretically promote virilizing effects like acne, increased facial hair, male-pattern baldness, and voice deepening. Despite 2500 scientific studies spanning the past two decades, no one really knows what constitutes the proper age-related replacement dose, or how this dose should differ between men and women, or simply between physiologically divergent individuals. Most health professionals feel that more scientific studies are required to establish better replacement guidelines and advise taking the supplement only under the supervision of a physician. Unfortunately there is no simple answer.
Some sports bars are more appropriate for certain individuals.
Some individuals should not be eating sports bars period. But before I get into all that, lets back up for a minute and review some basic nutrition facts. People are unequivocally more savvy about diet and nutrition today than they were ten years ago. However, popular thinking continues to abound with misconceptions. What many don't realize is that in order for a chewy, sweet, cookie or brownie or sports bar to remain chewy and sweet in the absence of fat, extra sugar has been added to the recipe.