About DHEA Supplements and 1-Andro
5-dehydroepiandrosterone often referred to as simply “DHEA,” and is a prohormone that your body naturally produces, primarily in the adrenal glands. While DHEA is a prohormone, it’s not a controlled substance like other harsh compounds of similar nature, such as methyltestosterone and methyltrienolone. In fact, oral DHEA can be quite beneficial without causing stress to the liver since it’s not methylated like many synthetic prohormones and anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS).
The human body mainly produces DHEA in the adrenal cortex, and this serves as a secondary pathway for testosterone – and consequently estrogens – to be synthesized. DHEA supplements are often used by aging individuals who want a safe, natural route to increase their endogenous testosterone levels. Moreover, DHEA has been shown to inhibits the actions of cortisol, which is the primary stress hormone in humans and it’s highly catabolic (breaks down tissues).
In active individuals who have low testosterone, the putative benefits of using a DHEA supplement may include:
- Increased androgen production in males and females
- Reduced cortisol levels
- Enhanced strength, power, and endurance
- Elevated metabolic rate
- Anti-inflammatory actions
- Improved recovery from training
- Boost in libido, erectile function, and sex drive
-DHEA is a synthetic non-methylated prohormone that’s metabolized to 1-testosterone (dihydroboldenone) and 1-androstenedione, which are positional isomers of testosterone and androstenedione. 1-androstenedione is a prohormone of 1-testosterone, so most of the muscle building benefits of 1-DHEA derive from the conversion to dihydroboldenone, which is a powerful anabolic steroid that doesn’t aromatize to estrogen, nor does it convert it to DHT. This means 1-Andro can help pack on lean body mass with minimal risk of estrogenic side effects (gynecomastia, bloating, etc.) or androgenic side effects (hair loss, acne, etc.).
The problem with taking dihydroboldenone directly is that it’s not orally bioavailable and needs to be injected, making it impractical for many gym-goers. This is why 1-Andro tends to be the better option since it’s readily converted to 1-testosterone/dihydroboldenone without stressing the liver or requiring injection.
Overall, the benefits of 1-Andro may include:
- Enhanced muscle building and nitrogen retention
- Increased strength, power, and stamina in the gym
- Minimal risk of estrogenic and androgenic side effects
- Improved immune function
- Reduced recovery time from exercise
In addition, 1-Andro is a legal prohormone supplement and not a controlled substance in the United States like most anabolic androgenic steroids, including 1-testosterone.
*Disclaimer: These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or disease. It is not intended for human consumption and is for research purposes only.