Ailments and Situations - Menopause (and Related Issues) - Low DHEA Levels - Remedies |
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Remedies Herbs Siberian ginseng contains a compound related to pregnenolone, that acts as a precursor for DHEA and cortisol. Take 100mg twice daily. NOTE: The ginseng family is very stimulating to the body. Take this herb before 3:00PM. Lifestyle Avoid excess demands on your life. If additional tasks or responsibilities will tax your strength, remove them from your list of things to do. This will help reduce stress levels and the subsequent demands placed on your body. The adrenal glands are restored during sleep that occurs before midnight. Try to get to bed by 10:00PM for maximum benefit. Avoid sugar, caffeine, and nutritionally deficient junk food that provide no benefit to your body, strain your immune system, and overwork your adrenal glands. Minerals Magnesium is essential for energy production via its interaction with Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP). However, high cortisol levels can lead to increased excretion of magnesium via urine. Take 300 to 400mg daily. Use a chelated from such as magnesium glycinate or aspartate for optimal absorption. Magnesium is also available in raw, organic, green, leafy vegetables, whole grains, raw nuts and seeds, and tofu. Zinc is important for general organ growth and development. Take 15 to 30mg daily. Zinc is also found in mushrooms, seafood, spinach, sunflower seeds, whole grains, soy beans and legumes, lamb chops, pork loin, chicken, eggs, milk, fish and liver. NOTE: Zinc intake greater than 100mg daily from all sources can depress the immune system and become toxic. Miscellaneous Hormonal DHEA support will help your adrenals recover and promote a balanced state. Supplementation can be safely used for three to six months until your body can maintain a balance without external support. DHEA is available in skin cream, pill, or tincture form. Start with a very low dosage and gradually work your way up until you note a positive change in energy levels. Average dosage is 5 to 10mg twice daily up to a maximum of 50mg total daily dosage. Have your DHEA levels tested after three months of supplementation. If levels have returned to normal, gradually decrease DHEA supplementation until you reach zero. Progesterone cream also helps relieve symptoms associated with high cortisol levels. Apply one-quarter to one-half teaspoon (25 to 50mg) 2% progesterone cream to the skin once or twice daily. Therapies, Healing Aids, and More Light exercise helps increase circulation, boosts mood, and keeps you in shape. However, do not overexert yourself. Excess strain will further stress your adrenals. Instead, start with a simple, low-impact program and work your way up to a more challenging routine as you see fit. A healthy diet will ensure your body receives the necessary vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, and other elements to function properly. Organic fruits and vegetables, whole grains, essential fats, and organic protein sources can be combined in a number of complementary ways. Consult with your dietician, naturopath, or other health practitioner to outline a menu appropriate for your needs. Vitamins A B-complex supplement helps support your nervous system by providing it with the nutrients it needs to function properly. Take one 50mg capsule once or twice daily. Do not take more than 50mg at one time, as your body cannot absorb a larger amount in a single dosage. Vitamin C supports the blood vessels that in turn support the adrenal glands. Take 500 to 2,000mg daily, in divided doses. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) promotes energy production, has anti-stress properties, and is essential for the production of adrenal hormones and function of the adrenal glands. Take 500 to 1,000mg daily in divided doses. B5 is also available in avocados, brewer's yeast, beef, buckwheat, cheese, eggs, fresh vegetables, legumes, nuts, royal jelly, saltwater fish, sunflower seeds, and whole wheat. |
