DHEA · HORMONE PRECURSOR

The hormone

of reserve.

DHEA is the adrenal precursor that declines earlier than any other hormone. A clean 10 mg micronized dose — the practitioner's baseline for patients rebuilding adrenal reserve, energy, and hormone balance.

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PROFESSIONAL GRADE · 100 CAPSULES · DHEA 10 MG · MICRONIZED

DHEA 10 mg bottle
MICRONIZED
10 mg DHEA per capsule

Low-dose, fine-titratable.

A 10 mg micronized capsule is the dose practitioners actually want — titratable up or down against labs. Micronization improves surface area and absorption versus unprocessed powder.

ADRENAL RESERVE
1 precursor, many outputs

Upstream of testosterone & estrogen.

DHEA sits at the top of the steroidogenic pathway — your body converts it downstream into testosterone, estrogen, and other hormones based on demand. That's why it's the hormone practitioners reach for first.

DAILY DOSE
1-2 capsules with food

Lab-guided, practitioner-led.

Take 1-2 capsules daily with food, or as directed by a practitioner. DHEA dosing should be matched to blood or saliva labs rather than guessed — bring your numbers to your clinician.

MAY BENEFIT

Reserve hormones,
replenished.

01
Adrenal reserve
DHEA is the most abundant steroid hormone and drops earliest under chronic stress and aging.
02
Energy and vitality
Low DHEA correlates with the fatigue and flat affect of late-stage adrenal exhaustion.
03
Hormone precursor
Serves as upstream substrate for testosterone and estrogen synthesis as the body demands.
04
Healthy aging
DHEA declines by ~2% per year after the 20s — supplementation restores youthful baselines.
05
Cognitive support
Neurosteroids including DHEA are studied for roles in mood, memory, and cognitive resilience.
06
Lean body composition
Low DHEA status tracks with the shifts in body composition that arrive with age and stress.

Formula

One ingredient. Micronized for absorption.

KEY INGREDIENTS

DHEA
Dehydroepiandrosterone, Micronized

OTHER INGREDIENTS

Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Water, L-Leucine

DIRECTIONS

Adults: Take one-to-two capsules daily with food or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

MAY BENEFIT:
Energy
Healthy Aging
Hormone Balance

Questions

Frequently asked.

Why 10 mg?
Ten milligrams is the practitioner sweet spot — high enough to move labs, low enough to titrate safely. Starting doses can range from 5 to 25 mg depending on age, sex, and baseline labs, and 10 mg gives the flexibility to build from there.
Should I get labs first?
Yes, ideally. DHEA-S is a routine blood test that confirms whether your levels are actually low. Saliva panels can add context for adrenal rhythm. Work with a practitioner to interpret numbers and match dosing.
Can women take DHEA?
Yes — women often benefit from low-dose DHEA, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Dosing is typically lower in women than men. Watch for androgenic side effects (acne, hair changes) and adjust with your practitioner.
When should I take it?
In the morning with food. DHEA follows the adrenal circadian rhythm — AM dosing mirrors natural release and avoids overnight disruption.
Is DHEA safe long-term?
At practitioner-dosed levels and with periodic lab monitoring, DHEA has a solid long-term profile. Avoid if you have a hormone-sensitive cancer, PCOS, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your practitioner if you take hormone or psychiatric medications.

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