Importance of DHEA in Men and Women | DailyDocTalk 33

[@sabatinorago536]

For the past 7 months I'm on 25mg DHEA every morning on empty stomach along with 50mg of testosterone cypionate every 3.5 days I'm 45 yrs I feel great I sleep like a Rock! My confidence and mental sharpness have exploded. I feel like I'm in my late '20s :) wife loves it aswell

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Love hearing you're feeling amazing!!

[@najatvanesbroeck9477]

Thank Dr for the information I am interested to take DHEA but my cholesterol is hi and would like to know if I may have DHEA. And wish one please?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

@@najatvanesbroeck9477 sorry I cannot give you medical advice unless you are a patient of mine

[@gpmaher]

How long did it take to feel both hormones “kick-in” and you really feel good?

[@user-pc5dk7gp4b]

@@DrewTimmermansND My DHEA is 364 ug/dL and my doctor wants me at 500 ug/dL

[@builtbluecollar1687]

Hormones hormones hormones.... so important and having a Doctor, that understands and works with his or her patients, is so helpful.

[@dolarrius]

I can be a nice and lovely doctor and ruin your life with antidepressants,Viagra and a bunch of pointless short term fix medications! So no you need a knowledgeable and open minded doctor!!

[@tylersingleton9284]

We are told to avoid cholesterol. No wonder we have low or out of whack hormones.

[@robertwood9984]

Maybe on the SAD (standard American diet) with lots of sugar, additives, inflammatory veg oils,and other metabolites from that diet, possibly cholesterol may be something to look at if that way of eating is not changed. This is a Doc I'd check with.

[@ThierryPianoSolo]

Yeah, but that's not the problem. 75% of the cholesterol is produced by the liver.

[@timothysarris9742]

Eggs have the good Cholesterol the liver needs to make all the hormones.

[@johnking6813]

That was the first thing I thought when I heard that.

[@SuperRoxanne7]

I am 63, been having horrible hot flashes since I was 52. The past year or so it has gotten somewhat better, but I started on 10ml of Dhea and I can’t believe the difference! I love it!

[@samosa5925]

Wow! I did not know you could have menopause symptoms this long 😳

[@jackieowens5336]

@@samosa5925 Mum is 74 & has been in menopause since being 50 & is still suffering with hot sweats now

[@laurafuller8528]

Yes! Women always need at least a certain level of hormones from puberty onward.

[@DarkoFitCoach]

Question: you had menopauze symptoms for over a decade and never thought to test your hormones and simply fix the issue?

[@Jdac333]

@@DarkoFitCoachthis! Different mentality

[@CaptainStottlemeier]

Working in the supplement retail business dhea is a very popular supplement for men and women. You should do it under a doctors advice especially if you are on other meds. Even though its banned in sports and can make you more prone to certain cancers for individuals where cancer is an issue I still believe people should think about various hormones as the quality of life is better. As middle age approaches I believe dhea, test, pregnenolone etc can greatly help. Off course you should do it under a doctor who is trained in this as most docs are not. Quite a number of folks do it without a doctors guidance too. Women after menopause basically fall apart. Sounds harsh but really hormones are critical to them for optimum health. Diet, nutrient deficiences etc all play a part in good health. Most men over 50 should be on some hormone support whether natural or prescribed as quality of life matters. Doctors who specialize in both regular medicine and complementary medicine usually give their patients the better treatments. While I myself am more geared towards living and eating healthy I still believe most people need hormone support at some time and possible cycling on and off if necessary for quality of life. We are all dying a slow death due to insufficiency of hormones in some form or another.

[@liveloveride1676]

Hi Drew, I live in Vietnam and doctors are just not the same as in the West, anyway I am 60 years old, I work out a lot really fit, and I am a healthy weight, I also fast 18-6hr, but just lately started to feel very tired in the evening and irritable and not my self so decided to go for a DHEA test and my score was 79 ug/dl, very low I think, so I've put my self on 60mg of DHEA and I will check again in two months and will try to get into your optimum levels, but the levels they give me to follow are 69 - 617 ug/dl, which in my opinion is not correct but this is Vietnam lol, thanks for your excellent video.

[@drstam]

Important for exercise physiology! Thank you for the video!

[@barrydonnachie1296]

Great video, can dhea cause hair loss in men, also can it aromatise to estrogen in men. ?

[@cloisereyes7752]

Doc,my gallbladder removed 30 yrs ago and i'm 56 yrs old, is there any chance to absorbed Dhea, i'm on my 10 mos keto diet...Please let me know, Doc..from the Phils😍

[@JhonydasiLvadrums1987]

would dhea impact on hypothyroidism? or any autoimmune issue? I can past the middle range. my doc wanted me on higher range

[@henry222ist]

I hate swallowing capsules. Can i take DHEA capsule and mix the powder inside with water and drink it?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Yep no issue with that

[@henry222ist]

@@DrewTimmermansND Any particular brands you like ?

[@debsalex]

I am in the UK and have had a saliva test that showed low dhea 91 pg/ml (106-300) and 6 months later 78 pg/ml (106-300) I am on estrogel and progesterone but still feel so ill. Thank-you for a really informative video, much appreciated 😊

[@DarkoFitCoach]

Have u supplemented and raised your dhea levels to optimal levels yet?

[@omittapir5986]

Good morning doc, would you shed some light on hypothyroidism and dhea supplementation? Would be grateful.

[@Discovery_and_Change]

If a young adult male takes DHEA, can that increase chance of too much testosterone and cancer?

[@mobutter2879]

Testosterone and oestrogen..which is why it helps to get tested

[@benhartland4708]

Do you have a favorite brand? also, do you prefer or have any experience with a topical vs pill form?

[@cngz3.3]

I am supplementing and test came out as 534. Should I just stop supplementing? What are the symptomns and effects of having high value while supplementing?

[@cngz3.3]

Can it cause itchy-ness?

[@josher3436]

Wow! Australia the reference values for a male are 50-240ug/dL / 2.4-11.6umol/L

[@davidvasquezcalero1053]

Is 100 mg of DHEA to much to start with ???

[@DrewTimmermansND]

For most patients yes, unless there is a document severe deficiency and it is monitored by a physician

[@JimAmbrosini]

Good video. Does taking DHEA suppress your body’s ability to make it naturally? Do you cycle the supplement or stay on long term if you are low?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Doesn't suppress unless you take too high of dose. Cycle in some patients, long term in others. It depends

[@connormcgregor4500]

@@DrewTimmermansND what's a high dose doc

[@henry222ist]

@@DrewTimmermansND what is a good dose to take as a supplement for a 41 year old.

[@benhartland4708]

@@henry222ist i've noticed you've asked questions in multiple comments on here. go to your local quest and order a DHEA-S blood draw, find out your level and supplement ONLY if you are low. as an example i was told to take 50mg topically for two months to reach an optimal level which i did. you may need more or less it is dependent on your labs.

[@GDGreen313]

I am new, what kind of DHEA should I take and where can I get it???

[@robsolo4024]

My pituitary does not produced any hormones from a tumor that was removed I am on all synthetic hormones so FDHEA lowers cortisol and I take hydrocortisone for my cortisol can that be dangerous

[@agraceg]

I am 45 and had a total hysterectomy at 31. I have gotten off of HRT. I cannot lose weight even after weight training and cardio 5 days a week. I’ve been doing this for over a year and I also have other activities to keep healthy and moving. Also my skin looks weird theses days. I have considered taking 25mg on DHEA. What are your thoughts?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Sorry to hear you are struggling with that. I cant give you medical advice unless you are a patient in our clinic

[@DrewTimmermansND]

But what I can say is that if you've had a hysterectomy you're likely deficient in more than just DHEA and you should work with a naturopathic doctor or functional medicine doctor

[@PopCulturzTV]

are you tracking your macros/total calories per day? and what type of cardio?

[@davidhughes4728]

I love your video keep up the good work man

[@Chris-vt6nl]

My age is 38 my total testosterone level when recetly I got checked was a low 313 ng/DL taking 100 mg dhea capsules right now with the hope that my total testosterone levels with increase along with my most horrible sleep problems get fixed. I am really confused watching mixed reviews of dhea some videos say it's absolutely useless to take dhea but some videos say it's very important to take

[@chasingshangrila]

There have been studies that recommend 10 mlg per decade of life.

[@markbalogh9655]

Hey if someone was on a opiate would DHEA be a good idea to supplement with? I know testosterone would be better. But I was reading opiates lower DHEA over time.

[@shantishanti6343]

How many mg per day for age 45 healthy men ?

[@goldenzeus6970]

I am a 56 yr old male, my recent labs, Dhea level was 93 mcg/dl ? How long does it take to raise levels? I started taking 50 mg of micronized dhea first thing in the morning a few days ago? What level should i be looking to reach for optimal levels?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

It can take 2-3 months to see big improvements. Don't go above the reference range, but usually the upper 50th percentile of the reference range is a good place for people

[@goldenzeus6970]

@@DrewTimmermansND Is 93 mcg/dl, considered low? What level should i be looking to raise to 350 mcg/dl ? Will i notice much of a difference when my dhea level is increased?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Can't say without you being my patient and doing a medical workup on you, sorry

[@PopCulturzTV]

hows it going so far?...im in the same boat possibly - i havent had my levels checked yet, but on my 2nd day of supplementing 50mg per day. Im getting testosterone and dhea levels checked in a few weeks

[@user-xh3lb1ov3t]

Where do you get a DHEA test doctor I guess?

[@danielthomas5872]

I take 25mg a day, just started it. Got the DHEA supplement is that enough??

[@christophercarpenter9504]

@DrewTimmermans,ND Would it be safe for someone who has Hypothyroidism to take DHEA?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Sorry i can't answer that question as I'm not your doctor!

[@JesseBlum]

I started to have low t at age 26.. I was at total 96 testosterone. Super low. Started on HRT. But Never checked my DHEA or DHEA-S Well that was even lower. I'm now at 52 total DHEA. I took 1 month off everything to see where my levels would go. SOO let me tell you I got my test level up to 1400 total and yet I still had ZERO drive. Teh way I look at it is simple. You can build a house without the base. DHEA is the base. Also lots of people do not talk about DHEA and DHEA-s which one can pass the blood brain barrier and the other can not. so both are important ot look at.

[@ARES-CodM143]

Is there different supplements for DHEA and DHEA-S?

[@JesseBlum]

@@ARES-CodM143 yes. So research and science and anyone please correct if wrong. I'm just sharing my many years of knowledge and frustration. Any dhea pill form can not reach the brain/cross blood membrane barrier, so that's where dhea-s Cream form comes in. It's very good to use both. A dose for pill and cream. Worth noting, dhea has a very short half life of 4-6 hrs. So taking it once a day is kind of pointless. I would take your dose 2-3 times a day but split it up. So if you find a 100 mg or if that's whatever you're taking. Just break that up into three smaller dosages. You will see a difference. Now listens people will say a lot of stuff about it well I heard this or that but until you try it like a lot of estrogen conversion. First of all you would have to be a person that is highly susceptible to estrogen anyways. But not only would you have to take a pretty extremely high amount one study I found was like 400 mg a day for 2 years or more for it to like change your actual blood levels of estrogen significantly. Which that's a lot right I mean most people take 50 to 100 a day. I find what works best for me personally is at least 250 mg pills. One always at night. And one in the morning. And I know this is probably common sense but I would add 10 g to 20 g of vitamin d a date I'm always low on vitamin d. And I have found that most people who have low DHEA also have extreme low vitamin d. And one really weird thing and I don't know the complete reason why. If you don't mind eating raw garlic then do that. Or if you can get garlic oil and pill form I think that throughout the day and I'm telling you it is absolutely amazing and what it does.

[@ARES-CodM143]

@@JesseBlum bro if u dont mind can i contact u through whatsapp i got alot question...in my country nobody cares untill u are extremely low or extremely high on certain hormones.

[@JesseBlum]

@@ARES-CodM143 I prefer telegram bc Whatsapp is owned by Facebook but I can download whatsapp

[@ARES-CodM143]

@@JesseBlum its ok i got telegram can i get your id?

[@forthegoodgreat4716]

I have type 2 Diabetes, can I use DHEA

[@dvancamp]

Your optimal male range is completely above the "normal" reference range on my blood test DHEAS 26-342 μg/dL. Would your optimal range be considered "high" on most blood tests or am I looking at the wrong thing?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

It would be considered high on some reference ranges yes. Reference ranges are only the data they have collected on 1000 random people, 2 standard deviations from the mean. So the reference range doesn't correlate with 'health' just correlates with 'normal'. Normal isn't optimal in today's world

[@dvancamp]

@@DrewTimmermansND Excellent. Thank you for the response. I’m at 165 and my new doc advised supplementing at 50mg/day.

[@jackieowens5336]

@@DrewTimmermansND Can I take DHEA 25mg with a low dose hrt ? Or can I just take the DHEA on it's on. I am 54 yrs old & went through an early meno at 36. I am putting belly fat weight on like mad this last 2 years & I cannot cope. I've gone from a size 8, UK size to a size 16 !!

[@sankaa95]

Hi doc. My levels of DHEA are very low but my estrogen and testosterone are really high (all this three near low for DHEA and high for testosteron and estrogen ranges) How is this possible ? I have tons of symptoms of adrenal fatigue. Can DHEA help me ?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Hey man, you would have to have a full workup in our clinic in order for us to be able to give you any medical advice.

[@EvaLasta]

Probably high SHBG causing low free testosterone. That was my issue.

[@bryanfrombuffalo7685]

I take it ....it works

[@musiosanchez8365]

Seen any hair los?

[@dublinthaiboxing4317]

Good for the horn ?

[@cassieschreiner4353]

I’m 38 and have a post menopausal DHEA unconjucated, but a “normal” level of DHEA sulfate. What’s the difference between the 2 tests and which matters more?

[@spacenord8618]

Hi I’m a 24y old man and I have 18.4 umol/L is this safe or too high

[@claudiad.b5681]

Wow I am 38 female and my dhea was a 11. I feel so fatigued all the time.

[@blessedbygod6256]

Do you work with patients who resides in another country? Honestly it's so Damn hard to get DHEA from my doctor I'm sitting at the bottom of the reference range

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Im sorry to hear that. I no longer work with patients with hormone concerns, sorry. I am strictly pain management now

[@leelunk8235]

RAVAGE..BUY IT OVER THE COUNTER DUDE..AMAZON..WALMART..EBAY ETC LOL

[@keemoify]

You can buy dhea online.

[@mustafanaser9789]

Does dhea shut down or decrease testosterone and sperm production and could possibly lead to gonade atrophy? I read these information on some fertility websites. These claims don't make sense but I am not an expert. I hope you answer these questions

[@raymondsalazar5291]

Im a trt patient who currently going through adrenal testing mris blood work. Im 38 naturally im produce 817 dhea according to my blood work.

[@dantwister5106]

Question: Does taking DHEA reduce or suppress the body's natural ability to produce this hormone?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I've never seen any evidence to suggest that when taking normal doses

[@enriquevarela1902]

@@DrewTimmermansND Hello, What is considered a normal dose for a 47 yr old male? Thank you in advance.

[@denisecorbell8216]

Can I take DHEA with DIM

[@theshapelounge]

In women with low free testosterone and DHEA levels, could DHEA supplementation be enough to raise both levels? Or do you think low dose T (cream, pellets etc) would be needed as well?

[@samanthahicks3333]

Can someones DHEA be affected that has severe Ankylosing Spondylitis.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

It can yes. There are hormone shifts that can occur with autoimmune conditions, and a decrease in dhea is one of those. If you haven't yet, I'd work with a functional, integrative, or naturopathic doctor for assistance.

[@samanthahicks3333]

@@DrewTimmermansND unfortunately he was diagnosed before we were able to get him medical coverage. Seeing all the specialists is extremely difficult. He works between 80 and 110 hours a week and we still cannot afford what they want to charge us for coverage ( just for him) that's why I'm researching to see if maybe I can find something that may help him. His biologics shits are 8k each ( last I checked) and he has to take 2 a month. It's a good thing we found a company willing to help pay for it.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I'm sorry to hear that he is going through all of that. I would recommend checking out Dr. Billy Mitchell on Instagram and TikTok as he puts out a lot of great info for rheumatology patients.

[@samanthahicks3333]

@@DrewTimmermansND thank you so much.

[@Deam0007]

Is it safe to start with 50mg DHEA daily ?

[@lip91688]

I am 33 and been thinking about starting DHeA. Do u think I am too young for it ?

[@JuliMoodyStunts]

Well my DHEA Was 325 i felt great my test free and total was according to the regular lab high so was my DHEA I don't buy that i usally take a week off and restart taking it again

[@amy333-a]

Does antibiotics deplete dhea

[@DrewTimmermansND]

No

[@mikefrommaryland9652]

Does DHEA hurt your liver?

[@prava4642]

Doctor, I am 24 years old female and the doctor said I have high DHEA-S (in high 600s). How can I treat this? I am having severe acne and hair loss. I will go the doctor but the appointment is 3-4 months out.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

You want to make sure you get worked up for PCOS

[@gojirage1]

Im 26 got tested and only my DHEA lvls are super high 935 which normal range max was 553. No cortisol tested i have been having some issues with anxiety and depression my doctor told me it doesn't matter if it is high. What tests should i get to check if these high levels are of worry

[@cheezeandcrackers]

My DHEA-S was 447. What are symptoms of high DHEA?

[@camdgr8631]

I’m 21 with low DHEA any help? The doctor recommended me to take the pills

[@DrewTimmermansND]

You'll have to consult with your doctor, sorry I can't give you advice as you aren't my patient

[@camdgr8631]

@@DrewTimmermansND ok thank you

[@sal9523]

You’re not the only one I also have low testosterone and high estrogen and all of my scooters say I’m “normal” when a fucking 50 year old man can have a levels like a healthy 20 year old man :) fucked up

[@Last-Lap-Lando4]

@@sal9523 Find a new dr. They keep lowering the "normal range" of total testosterone. I was at 450 ng/dl of total testosterone at 30 years old...considered "in range", but if you look at the average...I had the testosterone of a 60 year old. I also had all the symptoms of low Test. So I finally found a dr to work with me. I'm now in optimal range, all symptoms gone, feel amazing. TREAT SYMPTOMS NOT NUMBERS. Good luck man.

[@gabev6172]

@@Last-Lap-Lando4 are you currently taking trt? Im also 30 with low t but concerned about infertility.

[@kerryv2766]

Hi, i'm 40 and had my last child 4 years ago. My body totally changed after that pregnancy and for years now i've been suffering for constant fatigue. I recently had blood work done and my testosterone is low (

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Hey there, sorry to hear you've been struggling with that. I am no longer working with hormone patients and am just taking pain cases, however my wife is amazing at helping people (especially women) with hormone concerns! Give us a call if you'd like to schedule an apt with her! 480 508 4226

[@kimberlysmith9087]

This is my story! Except my testosterone is literally NOTHING and I am hypothyroid. Feel like absolute crap. Adjusting thyroid meds while awaiting and appt with a specialist for testosterone problem. The appt cannot get here fast enough. I am tired of feeling this way!

[@RGR_Gaming10X]

Yes - try 25mg daily to start.

[@SaraAhmed-cl3xm]

Hello doctor, my dhea level is 185.6 ug/dl and I have high estrogen level which is 206 .81 pg/ml taken on day 2 of my cycle this month. So can I take dhea supplement for fertility and how much should I take. Much appreciated if you reply as I am trying to conceive since 3 years.

[@Peeler86]

I'm 36 and my testosterone level is a little under 300, is it safe to take Dhea for me. I feel tired all the time and looking for something to give me energy

[@DrewTimmermansND]

You will have to speak to one of your doctors on the safety of taking dhea in your situation.

[@enriquevarela1902]

@@DrewTimmermansND thank you for all your assistance. Is DHEA over the counter or prescription? Thanks

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Depends where you live. A quick Google search should give you an answer

[@enriquevarela1902]

@@DrewTimmermansND thank you, I did. It’s over the counter. Not being your patient nor giving me any medical advice, should a 47 year old male think about taking 50mg daily? Thank you in advance

[@DrewTimmermansND]

You should get labs and talk with your doctor

[@GiGi-y3u]

Is it the same for all ages, no matter how old you are? Are you ranges the same for a 66 years female as a 25 year old? What are the test you need to decide if I need to take it? If anyone knows feel free to answer.

[@sparklesmoon7150]

What can be a a dosage a women 43 peri menopause with a low testosterone. Thanks

[@RGR_Gaming10X]

25mg

[@ImranHossain-yc2dl]

I am 31 years old. My Testosterone level is 3.40. What is the doses par day for me. 25 mg at morning and 25 mg at evening. It is ok for me or take more doses like 50+50 mg every day.

[@thegooseisloose11]

Thank you so much

[@noworries7617]

I just had a hormone panel done. My DHEA is 43 ug/dl? Is that the same as mcg/dl? I have hot flashes, no energy.

[@RGR_Gaming10X]

ug = ng/dL

[@frostneedle]

As a 47-year-old man with a full head of hair and a slightly enlarged prostate, I am too scared to take any DHEA.

[@pedrolibra6069]

Hi, I’m on trt 200mg a week and I administer every day. I started suffering from horrible anxiety only at night waking up several times during my sleep. At times I was self administering 25mg of pregnenolone and dhea sublingual 1st thing in the morning. I stopped thinking that was causing my anxiety. But it continued. Then I started taking the pregnenolone at night 25 mg every 2 to 3 day’s and the anxiety stopped. But my libido started suffering greatly. So I switched to dhea 25 mg sublingual every night and now I don’t suffer anxiety as much. Maybe waking up once occasionally. Will I need to supplement pregnenolone? I’m 50yrs old. And donot take an ai. 6”3 230lds. Good health. Thank you.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Sorry, I cant give you medical advice unless you are a patient of mine.

[@pedroisaac2850]

Your trt dose is high, I was on 180mg test a week every day injections, anxiety bad especially at night, I reduced dose obviously with docs supervision and after a few weeks the anxiety stopped. Hope this helps

[@statictech7]

Hopefully you got help. You are a high estrogen converter. Its obvious by the anxiety, low libido, and erectile dysfunction. No one should use testosterone, its actually a terrible hormone to replace, but if you must then use the daily cream. You will convert less estrogen that way. Also, you need to run low dose HCG, 250mcg, as well. Its incredibly irresponsible not to. If you need to use an AI then use exemestane and start at very low doses, for example 0.5mg every 3 days then get monthly bloodwork to adjust. If you use anastrozole instead.. may god help you.

[@mikefrommaryland9652]

Does DHEA hurt your liver

[@ChasTerran]

​@statictech7 why do you say that about anastozole?

[@KT-ex5sw]

Would love to hear your thoughts on boron

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Beneficial in some for reducing SHBG which can result in increased free T

[@brianjensen-n6d]

Will taking dhea shut down or supress my testoterone production?

[@RGR_Gaming10X]

No

[@ericstuart3167]

@DrewTimmermans,ND When taking DHEA how does it know if it’s for treating a male or female as far as testosterone and estrogen is concerned. Example: I’m a man and I start taking DHEA. How does it know to give me more testosterone in my body rather than more estrogen and visa versa for a woman.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

The same way your body is already doing it. Dhea doesn't directly turn into estrogen it has to become testosterone first. Male levels of the enzyme that turn testosterone into estrogen are lower than females.

[@ericstuart3167]

Drew Timmermans, ND So what is the actual dosage for males and female because me and my wife want to use the pills.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Depends on symptoms and levels. Men ranges from 5-75 per day, women ranges from 1-25 per day

[@ericstuart3167]

Drew Timmermans, ND Ok, thanks doc I really appreciate you responding back to me.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

My pleasure

[@qsdailydose8970]

What are your optimal ranges for t and e2? Would you advise using Arimidex to bring e2 into range

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Depends on the patient's symptoms, but upper quartile for most patients. I don't use AI's to drop estrogen 99% of the time. Estrogen is protective for the heart, brain, and bones. Will use occasionally in morbid obese patients with clinical high estrogen and low T, but thats just a bridge as they work on fat loss

[@qsdailydose8970]

Drew Timmermans, ND Thankyou doc because I’m experiencing high e2 symptoms at 23mg daily Cypionate even though my numbers are not that high: TT 950 E2 45 FT 19 (4-22)

[@qsdailydose8970]

Drew Timmermans, ND would you ever recommend natural supplements like DIM or calcium d glucerate to help control e2?

[@pulislick107]

Hi Doctor, 28 year old male, DHEA 204 ug/dL and Growth Hormone value was less than 0.05 ng/mL... How would you diagnose someone just by those values and what would you recommend as far as treatment goes? Thanks

[@DrewTimmermansND]

hey there, I no longer work with hormone patients as I have subspecialized further into regenerative medicine. i'd recommend finding a good physician who can help with that. PS. growth hormone testing is not good. you want to look at IGF-1 levels.

[@pulislick107]

@@DrewTimmermansND My IGF-1 levels are in standard range. Wdy mean when u say growth hormone testing is not good? I mean it's just blood work...

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Growth hormone is naturally very low because it's secretion is in pulses. So blood testing of GH does not give us important information unless there is a true deficiency (dwarfism) or excess (gigantism or acromegaly). Just because it's 'blood work' doesn't automatically make it 'good'

[@pulislick107]

@@DrewTimmermansND Ahh, well I'm just trying to comprehend the meaning of low levels of DHEA n growth hormone in my labs. I do suffer from chronic fatigue, muscle N hair loss, and ED, so I'm wondering if DHEA supplements will be of any help to my condition? Is it possible my adrenal glands isn't producing enough hormones? Thanks you so much for u're responses. I wish you were my MD😔

[@Islandstrength1955]

Nobody has talked up DHEA since this video was made 5 years ago. Wondering why?

[@mohamedyousufj5518]

Does the dhea related to dht? ,I have consulted one doctor for my hair loss and she asked to take a test for dhea, is that correct

[@DrewTimmermansND]

They are all androgens and are therefore related.

[@mohamedyousufj5518]

@Kiranmai B V no she recommended me to another dermatologist,he gave me finastride 1mg/day ,fin gave gyno so reduced the dosage,I take 3mg/week but still I have hair fall.and I'm using procapil also , minoxidil gave me bad side effects so I left it.

[@TMiles-mu1wg]

What are some signs of having a low level of DHEA in a male 60 years old?

[@Devinl1231]

Just got some labs done and my DHEA is at 1419 ng/dl naturally… not sure if I should be worried or not

[@DrewTimmermansND]

You should consult with your doctor

[@papafishcake]

What symptoms would someone have of low DHEA? My levels are at 370 - I’m on trt but I do not convert to Estrogen so even with a “high normal” test level, my E2 sits around 20

[@benhartland4708]

biggest one for me was eczema and immune system. my test levels were excellent (for my age 45 last year) at 1071 with a free level of 155. my dhea was 232. per advice of mike mahler i began using a topical dhea and in 3 months went up to 384. my eczema 95 percent GONE, i want to say 100 percent but i'm leaving it out in case there was a spot i didn't notice. mind you i had it since my early 30s. also, didn't get sick all winter...this is with a job where i'm touching people randomly (i'm a police officer). now at age 46 i had stopped the dhea for a few weeks and got tested again, dhea was back down at 273. started using my favorite brand again which is a topical. 50mg pump every morning 3 weeks on one week off.

[@henry222ist]

@@benhartland4708 how did it help your errection?

[@benhartland4708]

@@henry222ist if you know how to spell you wont have problems with that...work on it and you'll get it back up!

[@ecofriendlyhippie]

I’m a 25 year old female and my bloodwork showed my DHEA sulfate level to be 114 ug/dl. She said it was too low for someone my age and prescribed my a micronized supplement of DHEA that is only 10 mgs. That seems like a low amount, is that enough? Also, what are the side effects of this

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I dont give free one on one medical advice, sorry.

[@BeastMode-kg7sc]

That’s pretty low yes but then again may be potent since it’s pharma grade & prescribed

[@petrichor100]

How did you go for you? Please update if you can

[@Terror1Void]

High intensity health did a video about dosing. Men 10 MG per decade of life, women 25% of what a man would be. Look it up.

[@steelgtr]

75 y/o male, recent test 35ug/Dl. Dosage for me?

[@SoCalRegisteredNurse]

So, my free testosterone level is high according to LabCorp (5.6), progesterone is low-ish (0.6), DHEA is 200. I just hit menopause with an FSH OF 37+ and I’m on estradiol (the Dotti patch). I don’t have a uterus but I have my ovaries. My blood sugars are stable (80s-110(PC)), but my right ovary has a dull ache. AM fasting cortisol is 13 something. Honestly I’m not sure if I should be concerned with my free testosterone, but I did ask for an ultrasound of my ovaries just in case. One doc was thinking PCOS but I’ve never had that, and the ache is just in my right ovary (I don’t have an appendix so it’s not that and colonoscopy found nothing at all: no polyps or diverticula). I’m wondering if I should supplement DHEA 🤔 I guess I could try it and see how I feel

[@mikeschminkey8106]

I had test done on Friday normal start at 106 to 464 my test came back to 733 for DEHA sulfate what does this mean im 33

[@bfourney]

So my DHEA sulfate level of 150 mcg/dL is pretty sub optimal apparently

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Room for improvement, but most importantly is having a doctor assess your symptoms to see if thats warranted

[@BlackPanther-vk5ew]

Why have I lost all muscle mass in arms, legs, everywhere? I was exercising for a year , lost weight and it got worse. I've already been through menopause.....

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I cant answer that without doing a medical evaluation on you

[@BlackPanther-vk5ew]

@@DrewTimmermansND .......Google change my word exercising to expecting. Even though I check my spelling ....does that alot. Thank You for your reply.

[@petrichor100]

Hello Dr! Would you consider DHEA-S level of 80ug/dl low for a 33 year old woman? I have all the symptoms of low DHEA level but my numbers are within the normal range ( 60.9 - 337).

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Yes, especially if you have the symptoms to match.

[@petrichor100]

@@DrewTimmermansND thank you so much for your response! Do you have any videos on what causes low DHEA in young people? Do you recommend doing a comprehensive hormonal panel to check other hormones or any other tests to confirm the diagnosis? What time of the month is best to test it for women?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I moved away from treating hormone concerns over 2 years ago, but here's an overview. Too many causes to list - work with a good ND or functional medicine doctor. My wife works with female hormones and may be able to help you. Yes, comprehensive panels should always be done. Best day of the month depends on a lot of things, but usually day 21.

[@petrichor100]

@@DrewTimmermansND thanks a lot! Does your wife have a KZbin channel?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

She does not no. She has an IG account (search Dr. Kaitlyn Myers)

[@abrown258]

Just started taking it today. Thanks for informing us.

[@BrunaDanielle]

How you feel ? See real difference ?

[@henry222ist]

How much are you taking? What's your age?

[@BrunaDanielle]

@@henry222ist I start 3 weeks ago And now I have pimples 🤣

[@henry222ist]

@@BrunaDanielle how much are you taking?

[@abrown258]

I am 50 no longer taking because my levels are high.

[@tico]

Would you say that 85.2 uG/dL is low for dhea in a 45 year old man?

[@damiand5791]

Does Dhea work only when it's converted in androgens and estrogens or does it work by itself too?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Dhea has its own actions in the body separate from the conversion metabolites!

[@damiand5791]

@@DrewTimmermansND Thanks, dottor Timmermans. I'm Italian and here it's very difficult that medical doctors prescribe dhea, despite sintoms and its very low levels in the blood, however I've found an endocrinilogist very dedicated that prescribed me dhea

[@souravchoudhury9697]

is depression and anxiety means im low on dhea?

[@danishmodern55]

pregnenolone is the precursor to DHEA - basic hormone cascade

[@DrewTimmermansND]

It is, but supplemental pregnenolone has a much harder time being brought into cells to be converted to DHEA

[@collinpinckney1546]

Not necessarily true . Pregnenolone supplementation has huge benefits . It activates so many of our cells and hormones .

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Correct it does! And those are generally independent of its conversion into DHEA, as that conversion happens a lot less as we age.

[@ya-boyrookus7516]

Can dhea help a male increase facial hair? Also, does it suppress the hpta?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

All androgens can, yes

[@ya-boyrookus7516]

@@DrewTimmermansND just to clarify, can it suppress your hpta?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Only if you dose too excessively for your biology.

[@ya-boyrookus7516]

@@DrewTimmermansND ok. Thank you.

[@londonchic8884]

Will start DHEA supplement being low on hormones, now 57, post menopausal, hoping it helps with very dry skin, better hair.

[@zoezzzarko1117]

How did the dhea work for you?

[@petrichor100]

How did it go for you ?

[@jhfit]

I'd really like to hear the optimum daily dose from someone here, for males over 50

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Optimum daily dose depends on labs and symptoms. Has to be individualized

[@jhfit]

@@DrewTimmermansND You really don't want to say much of anything. People are going to take 25 to 50mg. tabs or caps and should know generally want they are doing.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

When working with hormone therapies where harmful levels can build up because of improper advice, yes I follow the hippocratic oath to first do no harm.

[@DaveOriginallyfromBrooklyn]

Can it cause breast cancer in women?

[@tinobenson6903]

I'm a 23 year old male and my DHEA is at 198 mcg/dl. I've had a functional nutrition therapist say I have adrenal fatigue, and slow metabolism. I can definitely feel the slow metabolism as my appetite has been really low for a few years now. I get full way too easily and struggle to gain weight/muscle. Is low DHEA related?

[@DarkoFitCoach]

Answer is yes ofcourse. Did u correct the dhea deficiency?

[@wintertime331]

Check out the works of dr Ray Peat , it sounds like your cortisol is too high , if you work out , you may be over training as well .

[@DarkoFitCoach]

@@wintertime331 yeah. Overtraining did me in. Constantly high cortisol and body cannot upkeep high dhea to balance it and then dhea drops and symptoms galore

[@qsdailydose8970]

Would you recommend taking DHEA if already on TRT?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Depends on lab values and symptoms. Sometimes yes, sometimes no.

[@Last-Lap-Lando4]

My testosterone cypionate came premixed with dhea. On my own I got my dhea tested and was above optimal...so I requested my testosterone cypionate on its own, without the dhea. Always best to get blood work. 100% agree with the dr

[@qsdailydose8970]

m m yea idk what to do I’m on 23mg daily but still experiencing high e2 symptoms My free T is only 19

[@Last-Lap-Lando4]

@@qsdailydose8970 how long have you been on testosterone? If your free T is low, u likely have high shbg. Supplements like boron and/or dhea can help lower this. I would say lessen your dosing frequency, but with high e2 symptoms thatd be most likely a bad idea. Lowering fat, exercising, eating healthy and not drinking alcohol can help lower e2 and shbg. Have you had your thyroid checked? Both hypo and hyperthyroidism can increase shbg. I'm don't take an a.i., not sure if you do. But high estrogen can mean high shbg as well. My opinion; taking an a.i. would be a last resort.

[@qsdailydose8970]

8 years but I was taking AI for seven years and I stopped taking AI a year ago and I’ve had trouble getting dialed in since. Idk what to do.

[@emilioinquarantine3460]

Does déha help with weight loss ?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

It can through indirect means

[@dingodyno9016]

Isnt this supposed to help with Erectile Dysfunction if im not mistaken?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

It can, if the erectile dysfunction is due to low androgens

[@dingodyno9016]

@@DrewTimmermansND i see, so i probably shouldn't take this if the cause of it is pre diabetes and my good cholesterol being low and my bad one up?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I cant comment on whether or not you should take it as that constitutes medical advice.

[@Therock-tl5kz]

Now I know where my doctor was doing when I waited for 2 hours on the waiting room doing yt videos 😂

[@DrewTimmermansND]

🤣🤣🤣

[@karmakarl6673]

When you say optimal levels is that for all ages groups??

[@DrewTimmermansND]

For the most part, yes all adult ages. Will go down slightly in patienrs who are over 70

[@sathishgujja6122]

Sir iam ulcerative colitis patient, Can I take L Glutamine cap, vitamin D3, collagen powder,Bone broth, with Bpc 157 capsul or Injection ???

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I'm not your doctor so I cant give you direct medical advice

[@sathishgujja6122]

@@DrewTimmermansND sir, iam Indian, sir no one doctor is there to advice this Bpc 157 capsul am taking my own advice . Please elf me , please clarrify my doubt Can I take immunosuppressant medicine with Bpc 157 capsul ???? please sir.iam taking Immunosuppressant medicine Folitrax 15 mg injection weekly once.

[@DrewTimmermansND]

I cant give you advice as you are not my patient

[@sathishgujja6122]

@@DrewTimmermansND Amble request sir, please elf me 🙏🙏. My doubt clarify.please please.Can I take immunosuppressants medicine with Bpc 157 Injection ???? Please sir please 🙏🙏.elf me.

[@poojapatar3158]

I have 119.92 DHEA in Indian value. Why? Is it realllly bad?

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Please work with your doctor on that. I can't give you medical advice sorry

[@Will-sv2hl]

will low dose DHEA (5mg) still negatively affect men's natural sperm production?

[@ThierryPianoSolo]

No, it's a pre-hormone: no feedback loop (it's not testosterone).

[@Will-sv2hl]

@@ThierryPianoSolo idk googling it seems like the consensus is that using dhea will make you produce less semen naturally

[@ThierryPianoSolo]

@@Will-sv2hl Semen is produced by you testicles, DHEA is produced by your adrenals.

[@ThierryPianoSolo]

@@Will-sv2hlI will ask to a functional doctor that I know, and I'll let you know (after oct. 5).

[@TheForgivenman]

I am late to the party What if I have one adrenal can I assume I'm low in adrenal hormones..and what natural adrenal support supplements would be recommended... I appreciate anyone who can help... Asking for mum (60 yr old woman)

[@DrewTimmermansND]

Can't assume anything! Our bodies are phenomenal at adjusting. You'd have to do testing to know if you're deficient.