Sometimes called the superstar of anti-aging hormones, DHEA is the most plentiful hormone in the body. Its decline contributes greatly to the aging process in general and andropause aging in particular.

Replacing DHEA in the past has been somewhat problematic because it breaks down into testosterone and estrogen and does so differently in each individual.

It can be dangerous for men if it breaks down into estrogen. The problem has been resolved with the recent development of 7-Keto DHEA. It provides the benefits of DHEA but does not break down into testosterone and estrogen. We at reNEW MAN are excited about its possibilities.

ReNEW MAN also uses regular DHEA because if there is an increase in estrogen, we can catch it in testing and treat it accordingly.

DHEA does many positive things within the body. Two of the most important:

• It provides strong support to the immune system including a protection against cancer
• It is the positive counter-balance to the destructive properties of "cortisol."  Note: Cortisol is produced in the body during times of stress.  It breaks down tissue in the body and brain.  Cortisol also works against the positive effects of the growth hormone.

DHEA or 7-Keto DHEA is safe providing significant benefits relative to cost.  It does not require a prescription and is available on this site or at any good health food store.