The Right Way to Supplement with DHEA and Pregnenolone

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3 жыл бұрын

Using hormone supplements can be tricky. It’s too easy to overuse or use them incorrectly, resulting in side effects and even a worsening of your overall condition. But here’s how to use DHEA and Pregnenolone supplements correctly and in a way that supports your adrenal function.
1:40 - Pregnenolone the Grandmother of Hormones
4:00 - How Cortisol and Stress affects Lab results
6:30 - How to Supplement DHEA and Pregnenolone correctly
9:00 - How your adrenals make Cortisol and DHEA
10:50 - What to do for Low DHEA
12:40 - Side effects of DHEA
14:40 - High DHEA Causes
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@yuppers1 3 жыл бұрын

This is great, thank you. I appreciate that you're urging caution and explaining why.

@merriecampbell-lee7802 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciated how knowledgeable you were, and balanced. This is the exception (when I did a search for side effects of pregnenolone on KZfaq), but I think it's so important to share this kind of information with people. Balanced, educational, honest. I wish you much success.

@LAMCLINIC 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@johnwilson681 Жыл бұрын

Do you take pregnenolone?

@ramjay-2015 3 жыл бұрын

Vow very educative thank you

@constitutionalstacker5701 Жыл бұрын

I've been in the hormone/prohormone game for years. It took me a long, long, time to understand it all both for men and women. Though I'm not sure anybody understands everything. This was a VERY good collaboration! One takeaway that I hope people understand is that once one introduces synthetic hormones into the body, natural production changes. The body and it's glans will take, what I call a vacation if those processes are no longer seen by the body as "needed". Now, that being said, some of us need that due to aging or previous hormone abuse. It's a tricky game and a tricky balance. Done properly, it can help with degenerative decline and improve quality of life. Done incorrectly, it's an early death.

@LAMCLINIC Жыл бұрын

Very true! Thank you for your input

@johnwilson681 Жыл бұрын

What hormones are you talking about?

@LAMCLINIC Жыл бұрын

@@johnwilson681 DHEA and pregnenolone

@TzoHill Жыл бұрын

Surely if its at a low dose (under 50mg for both) , your natural production won't be affected?

@LAMCLINIC 11 ай бұрын

@@TzoHill It depends on what you call low dose as male and female ranges are different. It's always best to approach supplementation with caution and consult a healthcare professional.

@marlojoubert7269 3 жыл бұрын

Great knowledge ✨ salute

@nasimakhtar7655 6 ай бұрын

Thank for the information very helpful want to consult with you soon.

@LAMCLINIC 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Please feel free to reach out for a free initial consultation.

@IamKonstantin Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this presentation! thank you... the audio can be a bit better though :-)

@David-ot9tr 9 ай бұрын

I have been considering trying dhea in my own but think I will hold off after watching this. The problem is finding a doctor who will even talk about supplementation.

@LAMCLINIC 9 ай бұрын

I understand your concerns, and it's essential to have guidance when considering supplements. We're here to help! If you are local to CA state, call our office at 714-709-8000! drlam.teachable.com/p/dr-lams-adrenal-fatigue-recovery-program?

@wasimahmed1570 8 ай бұрын

@@LAMCLINIC I WISH U have 1800 number for canadian clients as well

@christinebattershell4545 3 жыл бұрын

So I’ve felt terrible and went to a naturopathic dr here in Az. My blood work came back as low testosterone.... severe adrenal insufficiency at 1.2.... thyroid critically low also with low dhea etc. My dr just started me on dhea 12.5 2x a day .... pregnenolone 30mg 2x a day..... Thorne cortex and Np thyroid 1/2 grain. Just seems like a lot and I feel super anxious. It’s so hard to find a good natural knowledgeable dr ..... but I just want to feel better .... can’t lose weight 46 yrs old. I sure hope this works!!!

@LAMCLINIC 3 жыл бұрын

I suggest you call our office for a free initial consultation at 714-709-8000 to get a personalized solution as each person is different depending on how your body reacts. We can help with the thyroid and anxiety naturally

@lindabell6954 2 жыл бұрын

Jessica Ash Wellness is a good source for women's health and hormone and thyroid issues.

@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions 2 жыл бұрын

I would also tell your ND that you are anxious so he can change the dosage. I am sure he told you to check in with him...

@jesscouch8397 Жыл бұрын

MST of these so called functional practitioners, like to just start high I was given mg Preg. off the bat last yr.,,,. It causes serious side effects - now hairloss high androgens and my hormones are extremely unstable. I would find another Dr

@HappyFern07 Жыл бұрын

@@lindabell6954do you have a link for them?

@rebecca0791 11 ай бұрын

So what do you do with really high cortisol ( like 19.3 morning and a mild dip with peak at night), low dhea 2.4, high testosterone 74, high estrogen 1.9 and normal progesterone (57) in a 53 year old female with chronic stress and fatigue. Eats well, exercises daily:

@LAMCLINIC 11 ай бұрын

It's clear that your hormone levels are showing a complex interplay. The high cortisol and low DHEA suggest potential adrenal issues due to chronic stress. Elevated testosterone and estrogen could also be contributing to your symptoms. To address this, we'd focus on stress management techniques, lifestyle adjustments, and potentially targeted supplements to support hormone balance. Give us a call to be able to help you the most effectively

@m.rebel-lion4648 9 ай бұрын

Too bad that dutch test is too expensive to run two times to see the effect on hormones supplementing dhea/prognenolone afterwards...😔

@LAMCLINIC 9 ай бұрын

Totally get where you're coming from! Check out this resource for some affordable strategies and insights: drlam.teachable.com/p/dr-lams-adrenal-fatigue-recovery-program? Hope it helps!

@Florida_Mollie 4 ай бұрын

What about post menopause? Any advice on that?

@LAMCLINIC 4 ай бұрын

For post-menopausal women, supplementing with DHEA and pregnenolone should be approached cautiously, as hormone levels may already be fluctuating. Consultation with a healthcare provider is recommended. Give us a call at +626-571-1234 for personalized advice.

@gif24gt60 3 жыл бұрын

If a male patient is on TRT and experiencing testicular atrophy, would topical DHEA or topical pregnenolone be effective to prevent this? I tried oral pregnenolone didn't do anything. I tried very low topical progesterone and it aggregated gyno. Any recommendations? Also, any particular testing to accurate assess where in the hormonal cascade there may be blockages or insufficiency conversions? Does any hepatic impairment cause problems in steroidal conversions?

@muscleman369 2 жыл бұрын

Hcg my brother

@Viertelfranzose 3 жыл бұрын

Woud be interesting as a vegan since 9 years..with 51 years and very sportive Lifestyle...which things could be a Pittfall and how should be the Nutrition to improve a vegan healthy Lifestyle. Itake now 25 mg DHEA 2 years....and now add 50 mg Pregnenolone per day

@LAMCLINIC 3 жыл бұрын

Each person's constitution is very different and can handle different diets and supplements in different ways. Even vegans can have nutritional deficiencies, so if you want further testing call our office at 714-709-8000 for a free initial phone call.

@gif24gt60 6 ай бұрын

Pregnenolone or Pregnenolone sulfate? Which test is best and why?

@LAMCLINIC 6 ай бұрын

The choice depends on specific health goals and symptoms.

@petrichor100 2 жыл бұрын

What dose for pregnenolone would be appropriate for a mid-30 healthy female undergoing stress and need help to support memory and concentration?

@LAMCLINIC 2 жыл бұрын

Dosing is still very individualized and pregnenolone is not my first supplement I would choose for getting to the root cause if you're young. YOu want to see what's causing the brain fog and concentration issues first rather than going on pro-hormones. - "Brain Fog www.drlamcoaching.com/adrenal-fatigue/complications/brain-fog/"

@johnwilson681 Жыл бұрын

Do you take pregnenolone?

@petrichor100 Жыл бұрын

@@johnwilson681 i have not. I tested my pregnenolone and to my surprise it came back high. My dhea-s is chronically on the lower side of the spectrum though

@johnwilson681 Жыл бұрын

@@petrichor100 oh

@johnwilson681 Жыл бұрын

@@petrichor100 Do you mind sharing what your pregnenolone levels were when you got tested?

@Spicydoc1 2 жыл бұрын

Doesn’t cortisol induce fat storage?

@LAMCLINIC 2 жыл бұрын

High Cortisol can.

@mustafanaser9789 11 ай бұрын

Will supplementing with DHEA lower your testosterone or sperm production like TRT or is it a myth?

@LAMCLINIC 11 ай бұрын

Great question! Unlike TRT, DHEA supplementation isn't typically known to have a significant impact on testosterone or sperm production. It's always a good idea to consult a healthcare pro before making any decisions though!

@vineetasjourney8017 2 жыл бұрын

Can you take pregnenolone at night? I feel it makes me drowsy when I take it in the morning.

@LAMCLINIC 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can try it at night

@johnwilson681 Жыл бұрын

Do you still take pregnenolone?

@aloshmakhseed8694 7 ай бұрын

Can I take Proviron +dhea+regnenolone

@LAMCLINIC 7 ай бұрын

I'd recommend discussing this with your doctor to ensure it's safe and appropriate for your specific health needs.

@charlotteiliu 4 ай бұрын

Good information but sound quality is bad

@LAMCLINIC 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for your feedback. We'll work on improving the sound quality for future videos.

@ccaselli7 3 жыл бұрын

I've been using natural pregnenolone cream,for about 5yrs...( I'm 48 now and we'll into peri-menopause),..i found that it raises my oestrogen, which is what I need a bit of help with. I only use a v low dose..about 3-5mg at most, daily(but i don't take any breaks from using it. Occasionally a day maybe.)... I didn't know, when I started using it, that it could mess up my HPA,(tho some sources say that it doesn't do that) and maybe make things worse in long-run. I don't know if,and to what extent it has. But I have quite severe adrenal insufficiency..getting worse each year. Maybe I should just switch to using an estrogen cream,instead? But I'm worried about if my adrenals r now dependent on the pregnenolone cream, as it were. Do u think at this low dose it's still possible? Could u advise me at all...and not direct me to phone ur team, as i cant. Thanks

@drlam 3 жыл бұрын

It's not safe to just on hormone cream without being followed by a provider to check your levels. Especially estrogen cream, don't do it by itself. Try to help the adrenals in order to help your hormones. You need a comprehensive approach.

@OrangeDiamond33 2 жыл бұрын

Does the cream help your sex drive?

@AdrianButler86 Жыл бұрын

You need to use dhea and pregnenalone not just one. Use a micronized pill version or sublingual. Start low on each with a 2 to 1 ratio so for example if u do 2 mg dhea then 1mg preg or 5mg dhea then 2.5mg pregnenalone. Dhea n preg should Def help recover n balance adrenal function. Try dhea first thing in the morning n preg b4 bed.

@Florida_Mollie 4 ай бұрын

@@AdrianButler86I’ve been taking 5mg of DHEA but didn’t know I should take the pregnenoline also. When I look for it online all I see are very large doses up to 100 mg. I did see a cream with a lower dose. Any advice? I’m post menopausal

@brock8281 4 ай бұрын

If i go to my doctor and say I want you to measure my dhea and preg level he will just laugh at me... In reality it wont or only with lots of money be possible to get your stuff checked out. Just keep doses a bit low and take both supps.

@LAMCLINIC 4 ай бұрын

It's true, accessing hormone tests can sometimes be challenging. In the absence of direct measurements, starting with conservative doses of DHEA and Pregnenolone is a reasonable approach to support hormonal balance. Keep an eye on how your body responds and adjust accordingly.

@Shellbee22 2 жыл бұрын

Start low and slow post menopause 5 mg

@troygriffen9200 9 ай бұрын

Why would someone want to boost their cortisol?

@LAMCLINIC 9 ай бұрын

Cortisol is a crucial stress hormone. Boosting it can help improve energy, mood, and response to stress. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making changes.