Hormones are messenger molecules that influence the function of cells and tissues all over the body. DHEA and cortisol are the body’s long-acting stress hormones and are antagonistic to each other to some degree. Whereas DHEA has an anabolic or building influence, cortisol has a catabolic or tearing down effect on the body. Both of [...]
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DHEA should be used with caution
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Progenolone – a steroid that creates hormones in the body
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Very little is known about the safety of the supplements or the effects of long-term use. Some laboratory studies in cancer cells and animals have suggested that pregnenolone may stimulate the growth of hormone-responsive cancers such as prostate and breast cancer. The body uses pregnenolone to make steroid hormones such as DHEA and testosterone. High [...]
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Read more...I have had an on going battle with anxiety for the past 16 years. I’manxious alot, when I’m scared I feel nauseated, I feel nervous alot too. Ifeel out of control! I’m 54 and post memopausel(I think!) What’s wrong withme? I take lots of vitamins but I still can’t rid myself of this problem?
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Anxiety can be helped through out the day by taking an L-theanine capsule in the morning, and if needed again at noon. To unwind in the evening, an L-theanine 30 minutes before bed can help to calm the system. If after trying L-theanine for 10 days, there is not an improvement, I would recommend taking [...]
Read more...I am wondering about essential oils and how they help with depression anxiety and anger. I recently got off my meds and taking natural supplements and a person told me essential oils are extremely helpful. Thank you
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I never use essential oils alone for depression. If you have been on medications, I hope that you worked with your physician to slowly wean off the drugs. I recommend replacing what ever brain chemicals were blocked or off balance, with a natural plant chemical that will help the brain balance without using synthetic drugs. [...]
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